Frequently Asked Questions
What is marta.fail?
marta.fail is a service of theATL.social, a social network service featuring Mastodon, Bluesky, and other services. marta.fail re-publishes MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) service alerts to the Bluesky social network.
Is marta.fail affiliated with MARTA?
No, this site and its associated Bluesky accounts are not affiliated with MARTA or any government agency. It is an independent project created to make MARTA alerts more accessible.
Why is this service needed?
Currently, MARTA primarily provides service updates via an email/text alert system or occasionally through X (formerly Twitter). marta.fail aims to offer a more modern, social media-centric way for riders to receive these important updates, especially for users of newer platforms like Bluesky.
How can I support this project?
You can support the project through the Ko-fi link found on the homepage. Your support helps cover operational costs and encourages further development. Thank you for your generosity!
Who is in charge here? I want to talk to the manager.
Sir, this is not a Wendy's. 🍔 While there's no manager to speak to, you can send any questions, feedback, or concerns to [email protected].
How does it work?
marta.fail monitors MARTA's official alert channels and automatically processes and republishes these alerts to relevant Bluesky accounts, such as alerts.marta.fail for general alerts, and individual accounts for specific bus routes and rail lines.
What is Bluesky?
Bluesky is a decentralized social networking protocol and a public benefit company. It aims to create an open and decentralized standard for public conversation. You can learn more at bsky.social.