All of Bluesky’s Features (So Far) and How to Use Them

All the features on Bluesky, plus how to use them.

Bluesky has rapidly gained traction in just two years since its launch in 2021, reaching 2 million users in November 2024. This is especially impressive, considering it’s been closed off and is still gated with its invite-only format.

The platform became popular as users looked for alternatives to Twitter/X in 2022. It attracted users with its similar look, small community, and focus on decentralization.

Originating from the vision of Twitter/X's former CEO, Jack Dorsey, and led by CEO Jay Graber, Bluesky offers an open, user-empowered platform. With its commitment to a decentralized model, symbolized by its blue butterfly logo, Bluesky stands out, promising more control and freedom for its users. 

In this article, we explore Bluesky's roster of features (so far), broken up by category and highlighting how they cater to the evolving needs of today's social media users.

Moderation system features

Bluesky constantly reviews and evolves its content moderation to maintain a respectful and safe online environment. It combines user-driven reporting with human and automated review processes to address content concerns effectively.

Report-and-review feedback loop

On Bluesky, any user can report content or other accounts that violate the platform’s guidelines through its report-and-review system. To report a post, click on the post and select the 'Report' option. Specify the reason for the report, which the moderation team will then review. 

Human moderators then review each report, ensuring a fair and thorough evaluation process.  Bluesky also uses automated tools for the initial flagging of potentially harmful content