Does Following require a MySite (Site Collection)?

Hi,
I am currently not sure whether I want users to have their MySite SiteCollection, but I want them to be able to "follow" documents. There will be a MySiteHost available to provide the userprofile.
Is following of documents possible without having a MySite Site Collection? 
Thanks 
Sven

Yes, it does. For more details follow below mentioned URL.
Configure Following settings in SharePoint Server 2013
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/jj219740(v=office.15).aspx
Configure My Sites in SharePoint Server 2013
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee624362(v=office.15).aspx
Plan for My Sites in SharePoint Server 2013
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc262500(v=office.15).aspx
Thank You, Pallav S. Srivastav ----- If this helped you resolve your issue, please mark it Answered.

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