Why I'm Choosing Independence Over Corporate Platforms
Moving Forward: A New Home for My Writing
After much consideration, I'm excited to announce that I'm moving my blog to my own independent platform. You can now find all my writing at https://machaddr.com, and I wanted to take a moment to explain why I'm making this change.
Why I'm Moving
The internet has become increasingly centralized over the past decade. A handful of massive corporations now control most of the platforms where we share our thoughts, connect with others, and discover new ideas. While these platforms have made publishing easier than ever, they've also created a system where writers and readers are at the mercy of algorithmic changes, policy shifts, and corporate decisions that prioritize profit over people.
I believe we need something different. We need platforms that put creators and their audiences first, not shareholders. We need systems that can't be shut down by a single company's decision or changed overnight to serve advertising interests rather than genuine human connection.
What Independence Means
By moving to my own platform under the machaddr name, I'm embracing true independence. This isn't just about avoiding big tech platforms for the sake of it. It's about choosing a system that aligns with my values of independence, authenticity, and direct communication. When I publish on my own site, I know that my words will reach you without being filtered through algorithms designed to maximize engagement at any cost.
Having my own platform means I have complete control over my content, my audience relationships, and how we connect together. No corporate overlords can change the rules overnight or decide what content gets promoted or buried.
What This Means for You
If you've been following my writing here, nothing fundamental changes about the content you love. I'll continue exploring the same topics, sharing the same insights, and engaging with the same curiosity that brought us together in the first place. The only difference is where you'll find me.
Moving to my own platform means I can focus entirely on creating valuable content for you without worrying about platform changes that might affect our connection. It means faster loading times, cleaner design, and a reading experience optimized for actually reading rather than keeping you scrolling endlessly.
The Bigger Picture
This move is part of a larger shift happening across the internet. More creators are choosing independence over convenience, and more readers are seeking authentic voices over algorithmic recommendations. We're collectively building a more diverse, resilient, and human-centered web.
Every time someone chooses independence over a corporate platform, they're voting for a different kind of internet. They're saying that genuine connections matter more than viral moments, that thoughtful discourse is worth more than engagement metrics, and that we deserve better than what big tech has given us.
Join Me at machaddr.com
I'm incredibly excited about this new chapter. Having my own platform gives me the freedom to experiment with different formats, engage more directly with readers, and create the kind of content that truly matters. Without the constraints of corporate platforms, every post can be something special.
You can find me at https://machaddr.com starting now. I'll be posting regularly, and I'd love to have you along for this journey. The site allows for much richer discussions, and I'm looking forward to building an even stronger community around the ideas we explore together.
Thank you for following my work here on Substack. It's been a wonderful platform to build an audience and develop my voice as a writer. Now it's time to take that next step toward true independence and a more sustainable way of sharing ideas online.
The future of the internet depends on choices like this. Join me in choosing something better.
See you at machaddr.com!