You see a reply in Bluesky that you want to revisit later. Bluesky does not have a built-in bookmark button like some social platforms. This means you need a workaround to save replies without losing them in your feed. This article shows you three reliable methods to bookmark any Bluesky reply: using Likes, using the Saved Feeds feature, and using a third-party app called Bluesky Bookmarker.
Key Takeaways: How to Save Bluesky Replies for Later
- Like the reply: Use the heart icon to save a reply to your Likes list, accessible from your profile.
- Save to a custom feed: Create a private feed that collects replies you save via the Share menu.
- Use Bluesky Bookmarker: A free web app that stores replies in a separate, searchable list with no likes attached.
Why Bluesky Lacks a Native Bookmark Feature
Bluesky was designed around the AT Protocol, which prioritizes decentralized feeds and algorithmic choice. The development team has not added a dedicated bookmark button because the platform currently relies on Likes as the primary way to save content. A Like on Bluesky sends a notification to the original poster, which might not be your intention when you only want to save a reply for yourself. The methods below avoid sending unwanted notifications.
Method 1: Using the Like Button to Save a Reply
This is the fastest built-in method. When you Like a reply, it appears in your Likes list on your profile. The original poster sees the Like notification, so use this only when you are okay with that.
- Find the reply you want to save
Scroll through your timeline or search for the specific conversation. - Tap or click the heart icon
The heart icon is located below the reply text. It turns blue when you Like it. - Open your profile
Click your avatar in the top-right corner and select Profile. - Go to the Likes tab
On your profile, click the Likes tab. All replies you Liked appear here, sorted chronologically.
Method 2: Saving a Reply to a Custom Feed
This method creates a private feed that acts like a bookmark folder. It requires you to install a custom feed from the Bluesky marketplace. The feed does not send notifications to the original poster.
- Install the “Saved Posts” feed
Go to the Bluesky Feeds directory and search for “Saved Posts by Jaz”. Click Add to install it. - Find the reply you want to save
Navigate to the reply in your timeline or in a thread. - Open the Share menu
Click the three-dot menu on the reply and select Share. - Choose “Save to Saved Posts”
In the Share dialog, select the Saved Posts feed. The reply is added to the feed. - Access your saved replies
Open the Feeds tab and click Saved Posts. All saved replies appear in reverse chronological order.
Method 3: Using the Bluesky Bookmarker Web App
Bluesky Bookmarker is a third-party web app that stores replies in a separate list without any interaction with the original post. It does not require login credentials other than your Bluesky handle. The app is free and open source.
- Open Bluesky Bookmarker in your browser
Go to bskybookmarker.vercel.app. You do not need to install anything. - Enter your Bluesky handle
Type your full handle, for example @username.bsky.social, and click Submit. - Find the reply you want to bookmark
Return to Bluesky and locate the reply. - Copy the reply URL
Click the three-dot menu on the reply and select Copy Link. The URL looks like bsky.app/profile/username/post/postid. - Paste the URL into Bluesky Bookmarker
Paste the link in the input field on Bluesky Bookmarker and click Bookmark. - View your bookmarks
All saved replies appear in the list below the input field. You can click any entry to open the original reply.
Common Mistakes and Limitations
Liking a reply sends a notification
If you do not want the original poster to know you saved their reply, do not use the Like method. Use the custom feed or Bluesky Bookmarker instead.
Saved Posts feed shows all saved content
The Saved Posts feed is public by default. If you want a private list, set the feed to private in the feed settings. Bluesky Bookmarker is always private because it only uses your handle to display bookmarks.
Bluesky Bookmarker requires manual URL entry
The web app does not have a browser extension. You must copy and paste each reply URL manually. This is slower than the Like method but keeps your saves private.
Bookmarks do not sync across devices
Bluesky Bookmarker stores data in your browser’s local storage. If you clear your cache or switch devices, your bookmarks are lost. The Like method and Saved Posts feed sync across devices because they are tied to your Bluesky account.
| Method | Notification to Poster | Syncs Across Devices | Privacy Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like button | Yes | Yes | Public |
| Saved Posts feed | No | Yes | Can be set to private |
| Bluesky Bookmarker | No | No | Fully private |
You now know three ways to bookmark a Bluesky reply. Choose the Like method for speed, the Saved Posts feed for a folder-like system, or Bluesky Bookmarker for complete privacy. If you save many replies, consider using the Saved Posts feed with its private setting to keep everything synced across your devices. For a quick one-time save, the Like button works fine as long as you do not mind the notification.