Bluesky lets you replace the default @username.bsky.social handle with a custom domain like @yourname.com. This change makes your profile look more professional and ties your identity to a web domain you already own. The setup requires you to add a DNS text record at your domain registrar and then enter that domain in Bluesky’s settings. … Read more
You want to use your own domain name as your Bluesky handle instead of the default username.bsky.social address. Bluesky verifies domain ownership by checking a specific DNS TXT record that you add to your domain’s DNS zone settings. This walkthrough explains the exact steps to add the verification record, confirm the setup, and switch your … Read more
Changing your Bluesky handle can feel risky. You worry that your existing followers will not find you under the new name. Bluesky handles are unique identifiers that appear in your profile URL and in mentions. Fortunately, Bluesky preserves your existing followers, followings, posts, and direct messages when you update your handle. This article explains the … Read more
You set up a custom domain as your Bluesky handle, but the verification process fails. The handle shows as pending or returns an error instead of going live. This happens because Bluesky must confirm you control the domain through a specific DNS record. This article explains why verification fails and provides the exact steps to … Read more
Bluesky allows you to replace the default username.bsky.social handle with your own domain name. This proves your identity and makes your profile look professional. You can use a root domain or a subdomain such as user.example.com or bsky.example.com. This article explains the requirements for using a subdomain, how to set up the DNS record, and … Read more
When you create a Bluesky account, you must choose a handle. This handle is your unique identifier on the platform. It appears in your profile URL, in replies, and when others search for you. Understanding the character limits for handles helps you avoid errors during setup or when changing your handle later. This article explains … Read more
If you changed your handle on Bluesky and later want to switch back to the old one, you may find that the old handle is no longer available. Bluesky does not reserve your previous handle when you change it. This article explains why the handle becomes free, how the domain system works, and the exact … Read more
You want to use a custom domain as your Bluesky handle, and your domain is managed by Cloudflare DNS. This gives your profile a professional look and lets you prove ownership of the domain. Bluesky verifies domain handles by checking specific DNS records. Without the correct records, the handle will not verify and your custom … Read more
You can link your Bluesky account to a custom domain you own through Namecheap. Instead of the default @username.bsky.social handle, your profile displays your own domain name. This verification tells others that you control the domain and the account belongs to you. The process requires adding a TXT record to your domain DNS settings in … Read more
When you set up a custom domain handle on Bluesky, you must choose between two decentralized identifier methods: did:plc and did:web. Bluesky assigns did:plc automatically when you create an account, but you can switch to did:web if you want full control over your identity through your own domain. The wrong choice can lock you into … Read more