All Online Community Platforms

Community Platforms on the Hive Index

Online communities come in all shapes and sizes, and the platform on which the community is built plays a big role in the communication style and dynamics of interactions between members. Below are all of the community platforms that host the communities in the directory.


All Community Platforms

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

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What community platforms does Hive Index cover?
Hive Index lists online communities across 24+ platforms, including Discord, Slack, Reddit, Circle, Facebook Groups, LinkedIn Groups, Telegram, and independent forums. Each platform page shows every community in the directory hosted on that platform, organized by topic.
How do I find communities on a specific platform?
Browse the platform list on this page and click any platform to see all communities hosted there. From a platform page you can filter by topic, member size, and features, then click through to join a community directly.
What is the difference between community platforms on Hive Index?
Each platform shapes how members interact. Discord and Slack emphasize real-time chat. Reddit uses threaded public discussions. Circle and Mighty Networks offer paid membership and course features. Independent platforms vary widely. Hive Index tags each listing with platform, features, and topic so you can compare before joining.
How many communities are listed on each platform?
Community counts vary by platform and are shown on each platform card on this page. Hive Index currently tracks 5,734+ communities total across all platforms, with counts updated as new communities are submitted and reviewed.
Can I suggest a platform that is missing from Hive Index?
Yes. Use the Suggest page to recommend a platform or community that is not yet in the directory. Hive Index adds new platforms as communities on them are discovered and submitted.
How do I list my community on Hive Index?
Submit your community for free through the Hive Index listing form. Free listings appear on up to two relevant topic pages. Paid Featured and Gold options add more visibility across topic and platform pages.