Following negative developments on Twitter, there has been an increase in interest towards alternative social media platforms. Users and some celebrities on X have begun recommending a switch to Bluesky, which became popular after rumors of Twitter closing down. Established as a project within Twitter in 2019, Bluesky became an independent company in 2022. So, what exactly is Bluesky and how can one join?

The changes on Twitter following Elon Musk’s purchase of the platform under the new name X led users to explore alternative social media applications. One of these alternatives that has been making headlines lately is Bluesky. So, what is Bluesky exactly? How does it work? What is needed to join? Here are the details…

Bluesky is a social media platform supported by Twitter’s former CEO Jack Dorsey, known for its decentralized structure. Its aim is to give users more control over their data and promote algorithmic transparency. The platform allows users to make short text-based posts similar to Twitter, but its key difference lies in being built on an open-source protocol called the AT Protocol. This allows different applications to connect through this protocol, enabling users to freely switch between platforms.

Decentralization: User data is not controlled by a single company.
Chronological feed: A pure chronological feed untouched by algorithms.
User control: Freedom to choose your own algorithm or filtering system.
Cleaner interface: A simple user experience without ads and complex recommendation systems.

Initially operating on an invite-only system, Bluesky is now open for anyone to become a member. To join:
Visit the Website: Go to https://bsky.app.
Click on the “Join” or “Sign up” option.
Complete the registration by entering your email address, username, and password.
Once logged in, you can create your profile, search for users to follow, and start sharing posts.