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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “#UnfollowAMan” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 21983 of the collection, and the 227th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “#UnfollowAMan” meme mean?
This movement turns the technical act of unfollowing into a humorous political gesture against condescending behavior. It channels mixed emotions of contained anger and irony, allowing users to signal disagreement without engaging in direct debate.
Where does the “#UnfollowAMan” meme come from?
The hashtag was created in July 2014 by Katie Notopoulos, a BuzzFeed journalist, to protest men’s behavior on Twitter, specifically mansplaining. It emerged within broader feminist debates online, though its direct link to #YesAllWomen is not formally established. A source documents it on July 31, 2014, and an August 7 podcast mentioned an “Unfollow a Man Day” inviting both genders to unfollow each other.
- July 2014Creation of the hashtag by Katie Notopoulos to protest mansplaining on Twitter.
- July 31, 2014First known documentation of the movement online.
- August 7, 2014Mention of an “Unfollow a Man Day” in a podcast episode.
How to use the “#UnfollowAMan” meme
- Use this hashtag to ironically criticize a man who explains something obvious.
- Employ it during online discussions where you want to signal your fatigue with everyday sexism.
- Reference it historically to illustrate the evolution of digital feminist struggles.
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The “#UnfollowAMan” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 58/100 · #227 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “#UnfollowAMan” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; #UnfollowAMan comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who created #UnfollowAMan?
Katie Notopoulos, a BuzzFeed journalist, launched this hashtag in July 2014 to protest men’s behavior on Twitter.
What does #UnfollowAMan mean?
It is a satirical call to unfollow male accounts to express discontent with sexism and mansplaining online.
What is the link between #UnfollowAMan and #YesAllWomen?
Both hashtags existed in the 2014 public debate, but no source confirms one directly triggered the other; they simply reflect similar tensions.
How do I get the #UnfollowAMan meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “#UnfollowAMan” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the #UnfollowAMan card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: 10 Men You Should Unfollow on Twitter - Philadelphia Magazine · #33 - Unfollow A Man · Gender and Feminist Initiatives · checked on October 16, 2026.
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