I don't really care about the lack of downvotes but the reason I didn't join beehaw was because users are not allowed to create new communities there, you have to ask the admins for permission

not that I wanted to spam a bunch of stupid communities but I prefer a more organic approach to growth than constant applications to get anything done
reminds me of intentionally obtuse government functions where everything has to go through committee before approval

I do respect their intentions though wanting a more curated experience, just not for me at this time