# Parallel: an ad-free, user-first social network. ~ Now in development ~

**URL:** <https://community.humanetech.com/t/parallel-an-ad-free-user-first-social-network-now-in-development/2551>\
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**Created:** [July 26, 2018, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.humanetech.com/t/parallel-an-ad-free-user-first-social-network-now-in-development/2551 "2018-07-26T18:32:51Z")\
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**Author:** ![patm](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/community.humanetech.com/patm/32/3125_2.png) [@patm](https://community.humanetech.com/u/patm)\
**Post date:** [August 2, 2018, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.humanetech.com/t/parallel-an-ad-free-user-first-social-network-now-in-development/2551/17 "2018-08-02T17:18:47Z")

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Going back to your survey: it might be fine for casual users, but for people like me, it doesn’t allow expression of the range and depth of social-media experience. Here are the ways in which I use social media:

1. Build a following for the [university journal](http://manoajournal.hawaii.edu) I help manage.
2. Develop a good reputation–and cultivate goodwill–for my [small business](http://peakserviceshawaii.com).
3. Indulge my creative side (writing, design, photography). The tools at [Mewe.com](http://Mewe.com) are excellent for creativity.
4. Stay in touch with friends far away, one of whom is disabled and a virtual shut-in.

Parallel might look into ways it can also serve the disabled community. That would be a way to grow your business in a socially useful way.

Another thought: why I like the name _Parallel._ It makes me think of lives that are lived in parallel, that aim toward common goals, e.g., being aware, ethical, responsible. I like the idea of all these lives driving society in good, healthy directions.

Re @benrules2’s comments: I’d also like to try out a desktop version if one becomes available, and I would also be willing to pay. Perhaps a portion of revenues could be devoted to charities, which would encourage people to join.

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