the problem with small instances is they die more frequently. sometimes without prior notice. i lost a few accounts that way. that lemmy server list said it wouldn't matter what instance i chose, but it really did. with this account, it's the longest time i had one.

however, all big instances started small. so we also need ppl to grow small ones. it's not an easy choice.

[–] Irelephant@lemm.ee 2 points 7 hours ago

You can donate to an instance to help keep the lights on.

[–] KSPAtlas@sopuli.xyz 5 points 3 days ago

When I first signed up for this instance, it had a monthly users number of maybe like a dozen people, now it has a lot more