What is RAIN?
RAIN is an open protocol that allows different content aggregators (like Renegados, Menéame, mediatize.info, and others connected to the fediverse) to share posts with each other.
Imagine being able to see content from multiple platforms without having to create accounts on each one. That's what RAIN makes possible.
Why is it important?
Today, each aggregator works in isolation. If you want to participate in multiple communities, you need multiple accounts.
RAIN allows different platforms to connect and share content while maintaining their independence and their own rules.
How it works
Platforms use RAIN to exchange information in standard JSON format.
RAIN message example
{
"type": "post",
"origin": "renegados.es",
"content": {
"title": "Example post",
"url": "https://example.com"
},
"votes": 42
}When will it be available
Version 2.0 (2025)
First functional version of the RAIN protocol with basic endpoints and ability to share posts between platforms.
Version 3.0 (2026)
Advanced features: community federation, vote synchronization, and collaborative moderation.
Future
Integration with fediverse (ActivityPub), real-time synchronization, and full media support.