The choice of your “home instance” does matter. While you can “chose ANY server” to start with #Mastodon and enter the #fediverse some care & diligence during a #migration is advised...

this is also valid for #twittermigration ...

read my latest article on my experiences changing my server / instance

https://medium.com/@wigbert/mastodon-migration-how-to-change-your-instance-server-and-why-97776abec52d

#changingserver, #servermigration, #changeinstance, #newbies,

If anyone needs to switch instances, this step by step how-to lets you switch and maintain as much of your info as possible. (Follows, bookmarks, blocks, etc.) Very helpful!

https://fedi.tips/how-to-use-mastodon-and-the-fediverse-basic-tips/#TransferringYourMastodonAccountToAnotherServer

#MastodonTips #MastodonHowTo #ChangeInstance

@Greg Yes, I'm away from my desk so I don't have the info handy but google is your friend and try searching a has tag like #changeinstance You should be able to move everything.