New App Palmsy Lets You Post to a Social Network of Imaginary Followers

A unique new app called Palmsy allows users to post to a social media network populated by adoring followers who exist only in their imagination. Whether used as a journaling app with a fresh twist or as a way to reduce social media addiction, Palmsy ensures that your "posts" remain private, stored on-device, offline, and secure.

The App Store description for Palmsy describes it as a tool that "lets you make little posts for yourself." Essentially, users are creating posts solely for their own benefit. This approach may appeal to individuals who struggle with traditional journaling or mind-mapping apps, offering a more engaging framework. Additionally, for those looking to moderate their social media use or take a break from it, Palmsy provides a way to satisfy the desire for social interaction without sharing anything publicly.

One interesting feature of Palmsy, developed by Pat Nakajima, is that the app imports your contacts to generate fake likes from them. Nakajima has emphasized that these likes are purely fictional and do not involve any data leaving your device or being shared with others. It's a way to simulate the experience of receiving social validation without actually posting anything.

To address any discomfort users may have with receiving fake likes from real contacts, a recent update to Palmsy allows users to limit the number of faux likes their posts receive. Users can also set a duration for how long they receive these likes, ranging from a few seconds to several days.