Connecting Your Bluesky Account to Posttely

Bluesky is a decentralized social network built on the AT Protocol. Connect your Bluesky account to Posttely to schedule and manage your posts alongside your other social media accounts.

Prerequisites

• A Bluesky account (sign up at bsky.app)

• An active Posttely account

• Your Bluesky username and password (or app password)

Step-by-Step Connection Guide

1. Navigate to Channels: Go to Channels from the main menu

2. Click Add Channel: Select Bluesky from the list of available platforms

3. Enter Credentials: Provide your Bluesky username (handle) and password

4. Authorize Connection: Posttely will authenticate with Bluesky

5. Confirm Connection: Review the connection details

6. Verify Connection: Your Bluesky account should now appear in your channels list

Using App Passwords (Recommended)

For better security, use an app password instead of your main password:

1. Log in to Bluesky

2. Go to Settings → App Passwords

3. Create a new app password

4. Use this app password when connecting to Posttely

Features Available

• Schedule Posts: Plan your Bluesky posts in advance

• Text Posts: Create posts up to 300 characters

• Images: Attach images to your posts

• Links: Share links with automatic previews

• Hashtags: Use hashtags to increase discoverability

• Mentions: Mention other Bluesky users

Post Guidelines

• Maximum 300 characters per post

• Up to 4 images per post

• Links are automatically converted to cards

• Hashtags help with discoverability

• Posts are public by default

Important Notes

• Bluesky uses decentralized architecture (AT Protocol)

• Your posts are stored on your chosen server (PDS)

• You can switch servers without losing your account

• Posts are public and can be discovered by anyone

• Bluesky supports custom feeds and moderation tools

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues connecting:

• Verify your Bluesky username and password are correct

• Try using an app password instead of your main password

• Check that your Bluesky account is active

• Ensure you have internet connectivity

• Try disconnecting and reconnecting if problems persist

• Contact support at help@posttely.com for assistance

Best Practices

• Use app passwords for better security

• Schedule posts during peak engagement times

• Engage with the Bluesky community

• Use relevant hashtags for discoverability

• Share valuable content that resonates with your audience