Established in May 2010, MyMFB emerged as a trailblazing Muslim social networking platform designed for the 1.6 billion-strong Muslim community, along with individuals of other faiths. The platform’s inception was a direct response to the controversial actions of Facebook, specifically its involvement in blasphemy-related issues. MyMFB aimed to provide a safe and inclusive digital space for Muslims who chose to boycott Facebook due to its perceived transgressions and failure to adhere to its own guidelines.
Distinguishing itself from Facebook, MyMFB offered a broader range of features, empowering Muslims worldwide to connect with their families, friends, communities, and the global population, all within an environment free from blasphemy concerns. The visionary minds behind MyMFB were the Meer Brothers, under the leadership of Mr. Omer Zaheer Meer, based in Lahore, Pakistan.
Initially, MyMFB operated on a non-profit basis, relying on funding from its founders and their associates. This financial model, however, imposed limitations on its growth trajectory. Despite facing challenges such as malicious hacking attempts and shutdown endeavors instigated by Facebook, MyMFB.com defied the odds by remaining operational for over a decade, a testament to its resilience and unwavering commitment to its cause.
The project’s success can be attributed to two key factors. Firstly, within a remarkably short span of three days, over 300,000 Muslims from across the globe registered on MyMFB, showcasing unprecedented growth in the realm of social networking. This groundswell of support underscored the potential for unity among Muslims on a singular platform. Conversely, Facebook resorted to underhanded tactics, such as leveraging its influence to coerce data centers and server hosts to disable MyMFB.com on multiple occasions.
Secondly, MyMFB’s core objective was to financially impact Facebook, a goal it achieved, setting the stage for the current decline in Facebook’s revenue despite its acquisition of numerous other platforms. This decline serves as a reminder that no entity engaging in blasphemy can evade consequences, as per the will of Allah Almighty.
This journey underscores the imperative of transforming the project into a profitable or self-sustaining venture, thereby reigniting the remarkable growth trajectory that MyMFB initially experienced and reclaiming its position as the world’s largest social network. While preparations for its relaunch are underway, the platform’s operations have transitioned into a news-focused initiative dedicated to highlighting the plight of our Palestinian brethren. We remain committed to raising awareness about the ongoing challenges in Palestine and fervently pray for its liberation from the oppressive Israeli occupation, insha’Allah.
For those interested in supporting this noble cause through ideas or financial contributions, we invite you to reach out to us.