Independent Communities for Remote Workers

FAQ

What are remote communities?

Communities for remote workers and distributed teams covering async workflows, home office setup, finding remote jobs, and the lifestyle aspects of working from anywhere. Slack and Discord host active communities, with Facebook groups and dedicated platforms for digital nomads and entrepreneurs embracing location-independent work.

How many Remote independent communities are listed on Hive Index?

Hive Index lists 7 Remote independent communities on Independent Platforms. Most listings with size data are medium (14%) or large (14%). We only have a handful of listings so far, so treat these numbers as directional. The main Remote topic page covers every platform we track for this topic.

What features do these independent communities include?

Online/Offline Events is the most common (71%). Others that show up often include job board and live chat. Use the feature filters above the list to narrow results.

Are there free remote independent communities?

3 of 7 (43%) are free to join. The rest require payment, an application, or both.

Which remote independent communities are most popular on Hive Index?

On Hive Index, the default Popular sort surfaces Purple.space, We Work Remotely, Remote.co, and Traveling My Way first. Popularity reflects visitor interest in communities on the site, not a universal quality score. Use the sort menu for Ratings, Largest, or Newest.

How does Hive Index collect and rank listings?

Listings are submitted by community builders and researchers, reviewed for topic relevance, and updated with platform, feature, member, review, and traffic data where available. Member counts are approximate. Popular reflects visitor interest in communities on the site, with richer profiles breaking ties. Ratings, Largest, and Newest use review scores, reported member counts, and listing age instead.

When was this list last updated?

This page was last updated 6/13/2026, based on the most recent change to the topic or its listings. We refresh entries when communities are submitted, claimed, or reviewed, and we update member counts, features, and traffic data on an ongoing basis.