As we head into 2026, we're entering a new phase for the Bluesky app. Last year was about scaling through rapid growth and getting the fundamentals in place. This year is about leaning into what's working and investing more intentionally in the things that make Bluesky different.
Bluesky in 2026: Predictions - Bluesky
As we head into 2026, we wanted to share a few predictions about what we think people will do online this year, with a taste of how we're building Bluesky to meet them there.
2025 Transparency Report Overview - Bluesky
In 2025, as Bluesky grew from 25 million to 41 million users, we improved the trust and safety infrastructure to better enable our mission. Here's what that looks like in plain language.
7 Apps You Can Unlock With Your Bluesky Account - Loam
There’s a whole world of apps growing on top of Bluesky. It’s called the Atmosphere, and you already have the key to all of them.
Rethinking Bluesky's "Decentralization": An Assessment as of January 2026 - Nightflight
January 19, 2026
Be Wary of Bluesky
Bluesky promises decentralization, but nearly every user's data sits on Bluesky's servers, and every new ATProto app reinforces that centralization. T
Bluesky Is an App. The AT Protocol Is the Internet Beneath It. - Ewan’s Blog
There is a confusion that keeps recurring, and it is understandable enough that it is worth addressing directly.
Beyond Bluesky: These are the apps building social experiences on the AT Protocol | TechCrunch
A list of AT Protocol-based, consumer-facing apps that are either built on top of Bluesky or its underlying protocol, allowing users to take back control over their social networking experiences and personal data.
The Ultimate Directory of tools and applications for Bluesky
A curated collection of all things relating to the Bluesky social media platform.
BlueAT Network
On May 21st 2026, we shut down the BlueAT Network, all services, PDS, relay, jetstream, moderation, and tweets2bsky will be official shutdown on June 18th 2026. We shut down the BlueAT Network due to the high costs and the mental pressure of maintaining it
Bluesky Protocol Services
High scale open social, unlocked for every builder. Bluesky operates public infrastructure for the AT Protocol — Jetstream, Relay, and the Bluesky API — as open services anyone can build on.
Asphodel - Bluesky Companion
Your companion app for deeper Bluesky insights. Enhanced analytics, multi-column views, and powerful tools for the Bluesky community.
Bluesky is doubling down
I’m currently in Vancouver for ATmosphereConf 2026, surrounded by people who care deeply about things like data portability and unparalleled seismic activity on the Alaskan coast. If that sounds weird, don’t worry. All you really need to know is that this conference is nerdy, it’s niche, and
