US only :( How does that still exist? :(

Honestly, if you don’t feel like self-hosting could be a hobby, just don’t do it.

If done correctly, it can take up quite some time, but that can definitely be worth it (privacy, freedom, hobby/fun, etc). But if not done correctly, that can cause problems in security, performance, compatibility and perhaps even financials.

Just find an instance you like (read the rules about privacy, allowed languages, allowed content, etc) and create an instance there.