Crypto spam on Bluesky has become a persistent problem for many users. Scammers and bots flood feeds with fake giveaways, phishing links, and repetitive promotions. The platform does not have a built-in keyword filter for the main feed. The most effective way to block this noise is by using mute lists, which hide all posts and replies from accounts on a shared list.
Key Takeaways: Block Crypto Spam With Mute Lists on Bluesky
- Settings > Moderation > Muted Users: Mute individual accounts one at a time.
- Settings > Moderation > Moderation Lists: Subscribe to a community-maintained mute list to block hundreds of crypto spammers instantly.
- Bluesky starter packs with moderation lists: Import a ready-made list of crypto spam accounts created by trusted users.
How Mute Lists Work on Bluesky
Bluesky allows users to create and share moderation lists. A moderation list is a collection of accounts that you choose to mute or block. When you subscribe to a list, every account on that list is automatically muted in your feeds, notifications, and replies. The muted user does not know they have been muted.
Mute lists are community-driven. Any user can create a list and share it publicly. Crypto spam lists are maintained by volunteers who actively identify and add new spam accounts. Subscribing to one list can silence hundreds of spammers in seconds. You can also create your own list and share it with others.
Muting an account hides its content from you. The muted account can still see your posts and mentions. If you want to prevent the account from seeing your content, use the block function instead. For filtering spam, muting is usually sufficient because you do not need to interact with the spammer.
Steps to Filter Crypto Spam With a Mute List
- Find a crypto spam mute list
Search Bluesky for posts containing phrases like “crypto spam mute list” or “scam block list.” Look for lists created by users with a verified handle or a history of reliable moderation. You can also ask in Bluesky community feeds for recommendations. - Open the list in your browser or app
Click the link to the moderation list. The list page shows the name of the list, the creator, and the number of accounts included. Verify that the list is focused on crypto spam, not political or other content you want to keep visible. - Subscribe to the list
On the list page, click the Subscribe button. A confirmation dialog appears. Confirm that you want to mute all accounts on the list. The list is now active. New accounts added by the list creator are muted automatically. - Review the muted accounts
Go to Settings > Moderation > Moderation Lists. You see the list you subscribed to. Tap the list to view all muted accounts. You can unmute individual accounts if the list includes a legitimate user by mistake. - Test the filter
Scroll through your Following feed or discover feed. Crypto spam posts should be gone. If you still see spam, the list may not include those specific accounts. You can mute those accounts manually or find a more comprehensive list.
If Crypto Spam Still Appears After Subscribing
Spam accounts are not on the list
No mute list is perfect. New spam accounts appear every day. If you see a crypto spam post, click the three-dot menu on the post, select Mute account, and choose Mute. This adds the account to your personal mute list. Over time, your personal list grows and blocks repeat offenders.
Spam appears in replies to non-spam posts
Mute lists only hide posts from muted accounts. If a non-spam user replies to a post and a spammer replies to that user, the spammer’s reply still shows if you view the thread. Muting the spammer solves this. You can also use the “Muted Words” feature in Settings > Moderation > Muted Words to hide posts containing specific crypto-related terms like “airdrop” or “giveaway.”
List creator stops updating the list
A mute list is only as good as its maintenance. If the list creator becomes inactive, new spam accounts are not added. Subscribe to two or three different crypto spam lists to increase coverage. Remove lists that have not been updated in more than a month.
Comparison: Mute List vs Manual Muting vs Muted Words
| Item | Mute List | Manual Muting | Muted Words |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup effort | One click to subscribe | Click each account individually | Type keywords once |
| Coverage | Hundreds of accounts at once | Only accounts you encounter | All posts with matching text |
| Maintenance | List creator updates it | You must add new accounts | You must add new keywords |
| False positives | Possible if list is broad | None | Possible if keywords are generic |
| Best for | Widespread spam campaigns | Specific repeat spammers | Keyword-based spam like “free Bitcoin” |
Bluesky mute lists give you a fast way to filter crypto spam without blocking legitimate users. Subscribe to a well-maintained list, add manual mutes for stragglers, and use muted words for keyword filtering. This three-layer approach keeps your timeline clean from scams and promotions. For the best results, check your subscribed lists weekly and replace outdated ones with active alternatives.