The social media landscape is shifting dramatically. Meta's dismantling of fact-checking and X's constant changes have left many users searching for a more stable, trustworthy platform. Enter Bluesky, created by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, which feels comfortably familiar while addressing many of its predecessors' pitfalls.
What sets Bluesky apart is its commitment to user control and transparency. Unlike traditional social platforms where algorithms dictate your feed, Bluesky lets you choose exactly what content you see. No mysterious content promotion, no sudden policy changes — just a clean, customizable experience that puts you in charge of your social media interactions.
Ready to try something new? Bluesky is available through the App Store, Play Store, or your web browser, and its user base is growing by the day. Let's explore how to join this emerging platform that's putting control back in users' hands.
1. Download the app
You can install Bluesky from the App Store or Play Store. You can also access it through your browser.
2. Create an account
To begin the sign up process, tap Create account.
3. Fill in your details
Provide your email address, create a password, and confirm your birth date before tapping next.
4. Choose a handle
Type in your Bluesky handle. You can choose your full name so you're easily identifiable, or be creative if you want to maintain some level of anonymity.
5. Complete verification
Complete the quick verification process to prove you're not a bot.
6. Set up your profile
Choose a profile picture and tap continue.
7. Personalize your experience
Select your interests to ensure your feed shows content you actually want to see.
8. Start exploring
Tap Let's go! to enter the platform and start discovering the world of Bluesky.
9. Welcome to familiar terriotory
As you start posting and interacting, you'll notice the familiar feel — from the character count to the way conversations thread, it's like early Twitter and it feels great.
Now you've got your Bluesky account set up, you might want to improve your other social media experiences too. Want a faster TikTok? Here's how to clear your cache, or if you're seeing the same content repeatedly, here's how to refresh the TikTok algorithm. And if you use Threads, learn how to only see Threads from people you follow for a cleaner feed.
