Based on the censorship which was exerted by our governments during the COVID-19 ‘pandemic’ and the narratives our same governments have been pushing with regard to the war in Ukraine and to the Palestinian genocide, I fear that probably sooner than later opinions contrary to such narratives will simply be outlawed by the governments of North America,  of Europe and of the countries in Asia which are aligned with this bloc. This prompted me to query some search engines about the availability of censorship-free blogging platforms using the string ‘Are there any censorship-free blogging platforms available?’ this afternoon:
https://swisscows.com/en/web?query=%22censorship-free+blogging+platform%22
https://yandex.com/search/?text=%22censorship-free+blogging+platform%22
https://www.startpage.com/?query=%22censorship-free%20blogging%20platform%22

Yandex is the only search engine which returned a link to a platform I had never heard of, i.e. Blurt (https://blurt.blog), but strangely telegra.ph was not mentioned by any of the three search engines I queried using this search string. As puzzling was that Bing Copilot mentioned Write.as and telegra.ph at first, but subsequently failed to refer to them again until I specifically queried why it was omitting both names (see below).

Maybe this is an indication that both platforms are the most ‘censorship-resistant’ ones available at present...

PS Please note that Bing Copilot does not work with Tor directly or indirectly (using the Brave browser).


Me:
Are there any censorship-free blogging platforms available?

Bing Copilot:
Certainly! If you're looking for **censorship-free** platforms where you can express your thoughts and opinions without restrictions, here are some options:

1. **Bitchute**: A UK-based **video hosting platform** that serves as an alternative to YouTube. Bitchute accommodates users who want to voice their opinions with **no content restrictions**¹.
2. **Parler**: An alternative to Twitter and Facebook, Parler aims to provide a space for free speech without censorship¹.
3. **CloutHub**: This platform promotes freedom of expression and the people's right to know the truth. It allows users to share content without being censored¹.
4. **Londonreal**: Another platform that supports free speech and provides an alternative to mainstream social media platforms¹.

Feel free to explore these platforms and find the one that aligns with your preferences! 🗣️🌐

Source: Conversation with Bing, 21/04/2024
(1) Best Censorship Free Content Publishing Platforms For NPO's ... - Wisevu. https://www.wisevu.com/blog/top-censorship-free-content-publishing-websites-for-npos-and-other-organizations/.
(2) Best free blogging platforms in 2024 - USA TODAY. https://www.usatoday.com/money/blueprint/business/website-builders/best-free-blogging-platforms/.
(3) 7 Best Free Blogging Platforms (April 2024) – Forbes Advisor. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/software/best-free-blogging-platform/.
(4) Getty. https://media.gettyimages.com/id/1225872882/photo/this-illustration-picture-shows-social-media-application-logo-from-parler-displayed-on-a.jpg?b=1&s=612x612&w=0&k=20&c=rML-anu9_xX5t8LyDufrVSk2y6u3fx-P8TJZ4n2bhQo=.


Me:
The first time I asked the question "Are there any censorship-free blogging platforms available?", you mentioned Write.as. I have asked you the same question 4 times now, but each time you leave out Write.as. Why is this?

Bing Copilot:
I apologize for any oversight in my previous responses. Thank you for bringing this to my attention! 🙏

Indeed, **Write.as** is a noteworthy **censorship-free blogging platform** that allows users to express their thoughts without restrictions. It provides a minimalist and distraction-free interface, making it an excellent choice for those who value simplicity and free expression. You can create and publish your content on Write.as while maintaining control over your words and ideas. Give it a try! ✍️🌐

If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask! 😊


Me:
From what I recall, the first time you also mentioned telegra.ph, but this platform was subsequently left out in each of your following replies to my same question. How come?

Bing Copilot:
I apologize for any oversight in my previous responses. Thank you for bringing this to my attention! 🙏

Indeed, **Write.as** is a noteworthy **censorship-free blogging platform** that allows users to express their thoughts without restrictions. It provides a minimalist and distraction-free interface, making it an excellent choice for those who value simplicity and free expression. You can create and publish your content on Write.as while maintaining control over your words and ideas. Give it a try! ✍️🌐

Additionally, **telegra.ph** is another platform worth considering. It allows users to create and share articles anonymously, without requiring an account. Telegra.ph emphasizes simplicity and privacy, making it a suitable choice for those seeking censorship-free publishing. 📝🔒

Feel free to explore these platforms and find the one that aligns with your preferences! 😊🗣️🌐

[Suggestion from Bing Copilot:
What are the unique features of telegra.ph?

**Telegra.ph** is a simple and privacy-focused platform for creating and sharing articles. Here are some of its unique features:

1. **Anonymity**: Users can create and publish articles without needing an account. This anonymity allows for free expression without the need to reveal personal information.

2. **Minimalistic Interface**: Telegra.ph provides a clean and distraction-free writing environment. There are no bells and whistles, making it ideal for those who prefer simplicity.

3. **Single-Page Articles**: Each article exists as a single page, which simplifies navigation and ensures a straightforward reading experience.

4. **No Sign-Up Required**: Unlike many platforms, Telegra.ph doesn't require users to sign up or log in. You can start writing immediately.

5. **Privacy Emphasis**: Telegra.ph doesn't track users or collect data. Your content remains private unless you choose to share the article's URL.

6. **Instant Publishing**: As soon as you finish writing, your article is published. No waiting or approval process.

Remember that while Telegra.ph offers these unique features, it's essential to explore and decide if it aligns with your specific needs for a censorship-free blogging experience! 📝🔒🌐]


Me:
Do you know of any other such platforms?

Bing Copilot using Opera and with the VPN option activated:
Certainly! Here are a few more platforms that prioritize free speech and censorship resistance:
Me:
Are there any censorship-free blogging platforms available?

Perplexity.ai:
Based on the search results, there are a few "censorship-free" or alternative blogging platforms that aim to provide less content moderation and more free speech:

1. Bitchute[1][2]: A UK-based free video hosting platform that accommodates people who want to voice their opinions with no content restrictions.

2. Parler[1][2]: An American microblogging and social networking site that is popular among people who have been banned from mainstream platforms. It is marketed as an unbiased free-speech platform.

3. CloutHub[1]: A non-biased platform that supports free speech and is designed to empower members who are passionate about civic, social, and political issues.

4. Londonreal[1]: A digital freedom platform that aims to keep content sharing free and uncensored. They host interviews with people banned from other platforms.

However, the search results also note that these "censorship-free" platforms still have some content moderation policies, such as prohibiting illegal activity, copyright infringement, and potentially harmful content. The level of enforcement and transparency around these policies varies across the different platforms. [2]

So while these alternative platforms may offer more leeway for free speech compared to mainstream social media, they are not completely "censorship-free". The search results suggest that finding a truly uncensored blogging platform may be difficult, as some level of content moderation is often necessary. [2]

Citations:
[1] https://www.wisevu.com/blog/top-censorship-free-content-publishing-websites-for-npos-and-other-organizations/
[2] https://foredialogue.pubpub.org/pub/bsh5uhll/release/1
[3] https://smartblogger.com/blogging-platforms/
[4] https://whdb.com/blog/web-hosts-backing-free-speech-sites/
[5] https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13347-020-00429-0

[Conversation automatically saved as https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Are-there-any-AR49pDD7ScexzAzR73PtYw.]


Me:
Do you know of any other such platforms?

Perplexity.ai:
Based on the search results, here are some other potential censorship-free or decentralized blogging/content publishing platforms that were mentioned:

1. Mastodon[2]: An open-source, decentralized social network that is an alternative to Twitter. It claims to have no ads, no tracking, and no censorship.

2. Newgrounds[2]: A social network for artists to share their content without censorship.

3. Ello[2]: A global community of artists and creators that is "built by artists, for artists."

4. MeWe[2]: A social network that claims to have no ads and no spyware, where users' personal data and content are theirs alone.

5. Swarmr[2]: A community committed to free speech, gender equality, and privacy rights.

6. Pixiv[2]: An online community for artists and other creatives to share their work.

7. Ghost[2][4]: An open-source, non-profit blogging platform that aims to be a good alternative to Tumblr.

8. Sigle[5]: An open-source blogging platform built on the decentralized Blockstack computing platform, focused on content ownership.

9. Imprint[5]: A social blogging platform that emphasizes user ownership of content and the ability to monetize it freely.

The search results suggest that while these platforms may offer more free speech and decentralization compared to mainstream options, they still have some content moderation policies in place. The level of censorship-resistance and user control varies across the different platforms. [3]

Citations:
[1] https://www.wisevu.com/blog/top-censorship-free-content-publishing-websites-for-npos-and-other-organizations/
[2] https://markosaric.com/tumblr-vs-wordpress/
[3] https://foredialogue.pubpub.org/pub/bsh5uhll/release/1
[4] https://www.reddit.com/r/Blogging/comments/110t3c8/decentralized_alternatives_to_wordpress/
[5] https://ethical.net/ethical/ethical-alternatives-to-medium/


Me:
Are there any censorship-free blogging platforms available?

Pi.ai:
Censorship-free blogging platforms are relatively rare, but there are a few options out there:

    Hive (hive.blog): Hive is a decentralized, community-driven blockchain-based social media platform that allows for censorship-resistant content publishing.
    Steemit (steemit.com): Steemit is another blockchain-based platform that allows users to publish content without the risk of censorship.
    Publish0x (publish0x.com): Publish0x is a crypto-powered publishing platform that allows authors and readers to earn crypto for publishing and reading content.

It's worth noting that these platforms may not be completely immune to censorship, as they may still have community guidelines and moderation policies in place. However, they are generally more resistant to censorship than traditional blogging platforms.

Me:
Do you know of any other such platforms?

Pi.ai:
Here are a few more censorship-resistant blogging platforms:

    Minds (minds.com): Minds is an open-source, community-driven social media platform that emphasizes free speech and user privacy.
    Pocketnet (pocketnet.app): Pocketnet is a decentralized, crypto-powered social media platform that rewards users for their content and engagement.
    Mastodon (mastodon.social): Mastodon is a decentralized, open-source social media platform that allows users to create and join self-hosted communities with their own rules and moderation policies.
    LBRY (lbry.com): LBRY is a decentralized content sharing platform that allows users to publish and discover various types of media, including videos, images, and documents.
    DTube (dtube.video): DTube is a decentralized video platform built on the Steem blockchain, allowing users to upload and share videos without the risk of censorship.

These platforms offer varying degrees of resistance to censorship, but they all share a common goal of promoting free speech and user-controlled content.


Me:
Is there anything to improve in the following two paragraphs?

Based on the censorship which was exerted by our governments during the COVID-19 ‘pandemic’ and the narratives our same governments have been pushing with regard to the war in Ukraine and to the genocide which is being perpetrated against the Palestinian people by the Israeli government and the armed forces of that country, I fear that probably sooner than later opinions contrary to such narratives will simply be outlawed by the governments of North America, Europe and of the countries in Asia which are aligned with that bloc. This prompted me to query some search engines about the availability of censorship-free blogging platforms using the string ‘Are there any censorship-free blogging platforms available?’
https://swisscows.com/en/web?query=%22censorship-free+blogging+platform%22
https://yandex.com/search/?text=%22censorship-free+blogging+platform%22
https://www.startpage.com/do/settings?query=%22censorship-free%20blogging%20platform%22&t=device&lui=english&cat=web

Yandex is the only search engine which returned a link to a platform I had never heard of, i.e. Blurt (https://blurt.blog), but strangely telegra.ph was not mentioned by any search engine using this search string. As strange was that Bing Copilot mentioned at first Write.as and telegra.ph, but subsequently failed to mention them again until I specifically queried why it was omitting their names (see below). Maybe this is an indication that both platforms are the most ‘censorship-resistant’ ones available at present...


Bing Copilot:
Your paragraphs are well-constructed, but I have a few suggestions to enhance clarity and conciseness:

1. **Simplify Sentence Structure**:
   - Consider breaking down the first sentence into smaller segments for better readability. For example:
     - Original: "Based on the censorship which was exerted by our governments during the COVID-19 ‘pandemic’ and the narratives our same governments have been pushing with regard to the war in Ukraine and to the genocide which is being perpetrated against the Palestinian people by the Israeli government and the armed forces of that country..."
     - Revised: "Given the government censorship during the COVID-19 pandemic and the narratives surrounding the war in Ukraine and the Palestinian genocide, I fear that dissenting opinions may soon be outlawed."
   - This simplification maintains the essence of your message while making it more accessible.

2. **Specify the Search Engines Used**:
   - Instead of just mentioning "some search engines," provide specific names. For instance:
     - Original: "This prompted me to query some search engines about the availability of censorship-free blogging platforms..."
     - Revised: "I searched on Yandex, Swisscows, and Startpage to find censorship-free blogging platforms."

3. **Hyperlink Formatting**:
   - When mentioning the Blurt platform, consider hyperlinking the text directly rather than providing the URL separately. For example:
     - Original: "Yandex is the only search engine which returned a link to a platform I had never heard of, i.e. Blurt (https://blurt.blog)..."
     - Revised: "Yandex is the only search engine that returned a link to a platform I had never heard of, i.e., [Blurt](https://blurt.blog)."

4. **Clarify the Mention of Write.as and telegra.ph**:
   - You mention that Bing Copilot initially mentioned Write.as and telegra.ph but later omitted them. To improve clarity, you could briefly explain why these platforms are relevant or why their omission surprised you.

Overall, your paragraphs convey important points about censorship and the search for alternative platforms effectively. Keep up the thoughtful analysis! 😊

Source: Conversation with Bing, 21/04/2024
(1) Best Censorship Free Content Publishing Platforms For NPO's ... - Wisevu. https://www.wisevu.com/blog/top-censorship-free-content-publishing-websites-for-npos-and-other-organizations/.
(2) 7 Best Free Blogging Platforms (April 2024) – Forbes Advisor. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/software/best-free-blogging-platform/.
(3) Best free blogging platforms in 2024 - USA TODAY. https://www.usatoday.com/money/blueprint/business/website-builders/best-free-blogging-platforms/.


Perplexity.ai:
Here are a few suggestions to improve the two paragraphs:

## Paragraph 1
- The language could be toned down a bit to avoid sounding overly alarmist or conspiratorial. For example, "I am concerned that opinions contrary to certain narratives may be increasingly restricted by governments" could be a more measured way to express the sentiment.
- The references to specific events and conflicts could be presented in a more objective, fact-based manner without loaded language like "genocide."
- The overall tone could be more neutral and informative, rather than sounding like a personal opinion piece.

## Paragraph 2
- The mention of Blurt and the omission of other platforms like Write.as and Telegra.ph could be explained more clearly. For example, noting that Blurt was the only platform returned by the Yandex search, while the other two were mentioned by Bing Copilot but not the other search engines used.
- The speculation about the "most censorship-resistant" platforms could be presented as just that - speculation or an observation, rather than a definitive conclusion.
- The paragraph could be structured a bit more clearly, with a more explicit transition from the search results to the analysis/observations about the platforms.

Overall, the content is informative, but the language and tone could be adjusted to be more objective, balanced, and fact-based. This would help strengthen the credibility and usefulness of the information provided.


Pi.ai:

In conclusion, when looking for censorship-free blogging platforms, it's essential to consider various factors, such as platform policies, community guidelines, and user experiences. Comparing multiple sources, including search engines and user recommendations, can help you make an informed decision on which platform best meets your needs.