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 ## How to join?
 
+You must first be running a public instance, listed in the instances list. This requirement is in place to limit and curb any potential abuse.
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 Register on a homeserver with no rate-limiting, or create your own homeserver.
 
 If you would like an account on the `federation.piped.video` homeserver, message [@kavin1337:matrix.org](https://matrix.to/#/@kavin1337:matrix.org) on Matrix.