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2024 - 11 - 14

Sick of Elon? Flock to Bluesky: The Twitter Alternative You Didn't Know You Needed!

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Discover how to make the leap to Bluesky, where fun meets freedom, minus the drama!

Are you or someone you know done with the chaotic ride of Twitter under Elon Musk’s reign? Well, it’s time to discover Bluesky, the social platform that has seen a meteoric rise in popularity, hitting over 15 million users! As folks search for a Twitter-like experience without the toxicity, Bluesky has become the hot new venue for the free-spirited and privacy-minded. But what is Bluesky, and what’s in it for you?

Bluesky isn't just a Twitter clone; it offers a unique and decentralized space where user privacy is prioritized. Unlike the Twitter drama of the past, Bluesky stands out with its customizable options, well-organized feeds, and a niche focus on content that truly matters to you. Think of it as your personalized social media haven, where trolling is kept to a minimum and genuine conversations thrive! Setting up an account might feel a bit daunting with so many features at your fingertips, but we promise it’s worth the effort. Just imagine exploring posts that tickle your fancy without wading through the chaos.

And speaking of a fresh start, Bluesky has recently welcomed one million new users since the US election—a wave of people hoping to shed the negativity they faced on Musk's X platform. With its user-friendly discover feed and chronological timeline, Bluesky allows you to follow the accounts you love while making it easier to reach out to new ideas. Just when you think you're finding your groove, you realize everyone else is jumping over too! The platform seems to have struck a chord with people who’ve grown weary of fluctuating follower counts and social media tantrums.

In this era of social media alternatives, Bluesky is carving out a peculiar niche, but can it truly challenge the status quo in a world fixated on Elon Musk's controversial whims? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for certain: it’s the perfect place to express ourselves without the over-bearing influence of one billionaire. Plus, fun fact: Bluesky has been dubbed the ‘social media platform causing a mass X-odus,’ and research predicts that if trends continue, it could potentially normalize decency on the internet! And here’s a whimsical fact: the term ‘Bluesky thinking’ refers to unrestricted brainstorming, and it seems like a lot of people are welcoming just that with open arms on their screens!

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Done With Elon? How to Get Started on Bluesky Social (PCMag AU)

Bluesky has seen a surge of sign-ups as people look for a Twitter-like experience minus the toxicity of Elon Musk's X. Here's how to set up and use an ...

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What is Bluesky? Emerging social platform tops 15M users in wake ... (KRON4)

(KRON) — Bluesky, a decentralized social platform, has experienced a surge in users following the U.S. election and now boasts upwards of 15 million users.

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7 things to know about Bluesky before you join - and why you should (ZDNet)

It's not a direct replacement for Twitter (X), but Bluesky has a lot to offer those who want a fresh start in a decentralized, privacy-minded network.

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How to Get Started on Bluesky (WIRED)

Waves of new users are flocking to the Twitter alternative, but Bluesky's many customization options can be a bit overwhelming for newcomers.

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Bluesky has added 1 million users since the US election as people ... (NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ)

The platform resembles X, formerly Twitter, with a “discover” feed as well a chronological feed for accounts that users follow.

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Bluesky: the social media platform causing a mass X-odus (The Week Magazine)

Platform is enjoying a new influx of users but can it usurp its Elon Musk-headed rival?

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Bluesky adds 1 million users after US election as users ditch X (Aljazeera.com)

Social media platform Bluesky has gained more than one million new users since the US presidential election, benefitting from an exodus of people unhappy ...

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Twitter (“X”) or Bluesky? (Why Evolution Is True)

I noticed last week that the followers of my Twitter account had dropped by several hundred, and then I realized that a lot of people are going to the ...

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What is Bluesky Social and why are people choosing it over X? (Telegraph.co.uk)

Bluesky, an alternative to Elon Musk's X, has surged in popularity in the wake of Donald Trump's election victory. The social network said it had signed up ...

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Bluesky has added 1 million users since the US election as people ... (9News.com KUSA)

The platform resembles X, formerly Twitter, with a “discover” feed as well a chronological feed for accounts that users follow.

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With 15 Million Subscribers, Is Bluesky On Track To Takeover X? (Forbes)

Bluesky could have a serious advantage as The Guardian, Don Lemon and Jamie Lee Curtis leave Twitter (X). Since the election, it quickly gained 1.25 million ...

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What's Bluesky? Officials, agencies flock to new social media ... (WUSA9.com)

WASHINGTON — Following the 2024 presidential election, some people just want a break from social media. But that's not the route everyone's taking.

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Bluesky has added 1 million users since the US election as people ... (KGW.com)

Bluesky said its total users surged to 15 million, up from roughly 13 million at the end of October. Author: SARAH PARVINI (AP Technology Writer). Published: ...

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What To Know About Bluesky—The Buzzy Social Media App ... (Forbes)

Bluesky, a text-based social media platform that is functionally similar to (and even shares the same co-founder as) X, formerly known as Twitter, ...

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People are flocking to social media app Bluesky. What is it, and who ... (The Desert Sun)

Bluesky originated as a project funded by Twitter several years before Elon Musk's ownership. Here's how to join the platform.

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