When you try to move your Bluesky account to a new host or domain, you may see a “Migration token invalid” error. This error stops the account transfer process and leaves you stuck on your current provider. The root cause is almost always a mismatch in the token’s generation or application within Bluesky’s authentication system. … Read more
If you have a CAR file from a Bluesky account export, you can restore your account data into a new or existing Bluesky account. A CAR file is a snapshot of your account’s repository, containing your posts, likes, follows, and other data. This article explains what a CAR file contains, the prerequisites for importing it, … Read more
Moving your Bluesky account to a new handle or a different server usually means starting over from zero followers. Bluesky offers a built-in account migration feature that lets you keep your follower list, your posts, and your moderation history. The key is using a custom domain as your handle before you migrate. This article explains … Read more
After migrating your Bluesky account to a new Personal Data Server, you need to confirm the move was successful. A failed migration can leave your account inaccessible or cause your posts and follows to disappear. This article explains the exact steps to check that your PDS migration finished correctly. You will learn what to look … Read more
When you create a Bluesky account, your data lives on a server that runs the AT Protocol. The default choice is the official service at bsky.social, which Bluesky Social PBC operates. But you can also run your own Personal Data Server, or PDS, on your own hardware. This gives you full control over your identity … Read more
You moved your Bluesky account to a custom domain but now want to return to the default bsky.social handle. The migration process changes your handle, DNS records, and how others find you. Rolling back is not a single-click undo, but it can be done in a few minutes. This article explains exactly how to revert … Read more
When you request a data export from Bluesky, the result comes in the CAR Content Addressed Archive format. Many users are surprised by how large or small their export file turns out to be. The size depends directly on your account activity: the number of posts, reposts, likes, and followed accounts all contribute to the … Read more
When you switch Bluesky accounts, your custom domain handle usually breaks. The domain verification record points to the old account’s DID. If you try to reuse the same domain on a new account without updating DNS, Bluesky will show a verification error. This article explains how to transfer your custom domain handle from an old … Read more
Bluesky is building a federated social network, but full account migration between independent providers is not yet available. The Bluesky team has released a public roadmap that outlines how users will eventually move their accounts, follows, and posts from one provider to another. This article explains the current state of migration on Bluesky, what features … Read more
Migrating a Bluesky account to a self-hosted Personal Data Server (PDS) requires careful preparation. A single misconfiguration can cause downtime, data loss, or permanent account lockout. Testing the PDS setup with a dummy account prevents these risks. This article explains how to validate each component of your PDS before moving your real handle and data. … Read more