linknames is such a memorable term. i think that, as a concept, it has good potential to stick with people who come across it, and hopefully it remains a long-lasting option for creators trying to own their audience. the two caveats you identified are pretty big, though.
remembering linknames is an absolute pain. also, as a consumer, i don't want to go around lots of websites to see what the people i follow do. as tragic as centralization under big platforms like Instagram or Spotify is, there's no denying they're convenient. and, for most people, convenience trumps idealism.
that being said, i respect the shot you took at introducing the term, and i hope the idea sticks. they can probably be quite useful in case someone gets banned (or shadowbanned) from a platform. at least then their followers would know where to find them next. i don't know.
Thanks so much Mares! This is a pretty great/realistic review of the potential of linknames. I completely agree with your two criticisms, and the convenience of centralization. It's definitely a punt, and it'll be interesting to see whether there's any adoption.
linknames is such a memorable term. i think that, as a concept, it has good potential to stick with people who come across it, and hopefully it remains a long-lasting option for creators trying to own their audience. the two caveats you identified are pretty big, though.
remembering linknames is an absolute pain. also, as a consumer, i don't want to go around lots of websites to see what the people i follow do. as tragic as centralization under big platforms like Instagram or Spotify is, there's no denying they're convenient. and, for most people, convenience trumps idealism.
that being said, i respect the shot you took at introducing the term, and i hope the idea sticks. they can probably be quite useful in case someone gets banned (or shadowbanned) from a platform. at least then their followers would know where to find them next. i don't know.
Thanks so much Mares! This is a pretty great/realistic review of the potential of linknames. I completely agree with your two criticisms, and the convenience of centralization. It's definitely a punt, and it'll be interesting to see whether there's any adoption.
Epic. Roll on, roll on!