4chan
5.9#48 in online community platformsFrom $30 a yearWebAPI
Visit4chan vs DEV Community
DEV Community
8.3#1 in online community platformsFrom $8 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | 4chan | DEV Community |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2003 | 2014 |
| Privacy | 4chan says it collects and stores user information for posts and does not make private information such as IP addresses available to others, except for court orders or appropriate law enforcement cooperation. | DEV’s privacy policy says it does not directly collect or store payment card information entered through its services. |
4chan plans
- 4chan Pass — 1 year$30 a year
- 4chan Pass — 3 years$60 a year
DEV Community plans
- FreeFree
- Free ForeverFree
- DEV++ Early-bird$8 a month
Pick 4chan if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick DEV Community if…
DEV suits developers looking to publish technical writing, take part in discussion, or follow other authors. Organizations can use its branded profiles and contributor features.