Bluesky helped me discover the potential of a small social network. Today, more and more people want to connect with one another through the Bluesky network. 

Bluesky: A Social Network

Bluesky is like Twitter and Threads. Since the launch of Twitter by Elon Musk the social media scene has transformed a lot. The social network economy landscape has never remained the same. Post the pandemic, I have rediscovered the relevance of building social connections in life. And, apps like Bluesky have been a lifesaver. 

I came across Bluesky in mid-October last year. Bluesky first went viral in November 2023. Meta’s Thread also launched around the same time. Apart from Bluesky I also signed up for a Mastodon account. The platforms were too huge that made connecting with other people a cumbersome process. 

What Makes Bluesky Special: Why I Love It Over Twitter (X) And Threads

I started using Threads, a Meta’s alternative to Twitter. I used the platform for months and finally learned it was not a great option. Threads only gained its fair share of popularity last year. 

I felt Threads and Twitter offered algorithmically gathered suggestions. I did not have to follow interesting individuals or friends. Instead, I could follow as well as support people with interesting insights. However, they showed only random posts that did not serve me insightful information. And that’s when I came across Bluesky. 

Bluesky was my little cry for help. The 200 followers on my Bluesky account were mostly people I knew really well. I posted a few messages and got responses from a couple of them. Bluesky made me think thoroughly about my choices in life. The platform made me the happiest in the last few months. 

At the start of the year, I conducted a reading of my favorite novel, and around 40 people came to watch it. The way friends and other people watched me read felt like I was making real communication. I did not have to stay limited to little messages and send them out in vast social oceans. The fewer number of interactions from a handful of people made my experience on Bluesky meaningful. 

Bluesky Vs Threads: Key Differences

Bluesky Vs Twitter: Key Differences

Difficulty To Find People: A Challenge I Am Facing with Bluesky

I found Bluesky has a big problem of discoverability. One reason I had set up my Bluesky account in the first place was to find people I was connected with on X, if only they were on Bluesky yet. The small user base and limited verification makes finding people a challenging job. 

Bluesky’s Now on The Verge Of Explosion

Bluesky is a social network founded by former employees of Twitter. It is owned by the CEO Jay Graber and other social employees on Bluesky. The platform is devoid of intrusive advertisements and distancing algorithms. I hope Bluesky stays this way forever. 

Bluesky is now on the verge of an explosion. The app is full of new people. The growth of followers on this social network is on the rise. 

Lots of people who were connected with me on Twitter are switching to Bluesky. I have had deeper and more engaging interactions with them over here.

The growth of followers on this platform is considerably low compared to the follower growth I experienced on Threads. The followers are still one tenth of my followers on Twitter (X). But I am comparatively happier with the ones I have here because of the meaningful connections I am building with them. And, that’s what makes it surprisingly special, at least for me.