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@@ -18,6 +18,7 @@ The `mastodon` platform uses [Mastodon](https://joinmastodon.org/) to deliver no
 ### Setup
 
 Go to **Preferences** in the Mastodon web interface, then to **Development** and create a new application.
+If you want to grant only required accesses, uncheck all checkboxes then check only **read:accounts** and **write:statuses**.
 
 ### Configuration