Is Bluesky Social not working / having issues for you?
Recently reported problems with Bluesky Social within the last 24 hours
Bluesky Social App Status (June 2026)
If you're experiencing difficulties with the Bluesky Social app, the issue might be related to your device or internet connectivity. Should you believe the app is the culprit, kindly provide a detailed description of the problem, and a community member might offer guidance. While you await feedback, consider attempting these troubleshooting measures.
| App Name | Bluesky Social |
| App Category | Social Networking |
| Developer | Bluesky PBLLC |
| Relase Date | 18 February 2023, Saturday |
| Last Update | 22 April 2026, Wednesday |
| Compatibility | IOS 15.1 or later |
Common Bluesky Social App Problems and Troubleshooting Steps
Android, iOS, or macOS operating system users may encounter a problem where an app will display a black screen for a few seconds before crashing, with or without an error message. However, there are a few methods you can try to fix this issue:
- Sometimes, this problem may be caused by a temporary loading issue. To fix this, go to the recent applications menu on your phone, usually accessed by the first left button, and close the app that is experiencing the issue. Then, re-open the app.
- If that doesn't work, try doing a hard reboot of your iPhone, iPad, Mac or Android device by simultaneously pressing and holding the "Home" and "Power" buttons for up to 10 seconds, then release them and hold the "Power" button until the screen turns on. After that, try opening the app again.
- If none of the above solutions work, another option is to wait for the phone battery to drain and turn off automatically. After that, charge the phone and turn it on and try opening the app again.
- If the problem persists, you may need to uninstall and re-install the app. Re-installing the app will restore all settings.
- If the app still does not work, you can try installing older versions of the app.
Please note that, Good luck or re-installation may not always work and it may vary based on the app, phone and the problem.
My Bluesky Social app wont load or not working properly (loading error / server error / connection error / screen freeze / ping problem)
There are a number of reasons why a mobile app may experience loading issues. Some common causes include:
- The Bluesky Social app server may be experiencing downtime, which can cause loading issues. Try accessing the app again after a few minutes.
- Your wifi or mobile data connection may not be working properly, which can affect the app's ability to load. Make sure your connection is stable.
- There may be too many users accessing the app at the same time, causing a slowdown. In this case, try accessing the app again after a few minutes when usage may be lower.
I'm having Bluesky Social login issue or account related issues
If you are experiencing issues with logging in or with your account, please take the following steps to troubleshoot the problem:
- Check if the Bluesky Social server is down, as this can cause login and account issues. If so, try logging in again after a few minutes.
- Verify that your wifi or mobile data connection is working properly.
- Ensure that you are using the correct login credentials. Double check the details you are entering.
- If you're logging in using a third-party service like Facebook, Twitter, or Google, check to make sure that the service is functioning properly by visiting its official website.
- If you see error message, check if your account has been banned or deactivated.
I have Bluesky Social app installation issues
There seems to be some issues with the installation of the Bluesky Social app. To resolve this, please follow these steps:
- Ensure that your wifi or internet connection is stable.
- Verify that you have enough storage space on your mobile device. A lack of sufficient space may prevent the app from being installed.
- Check that the version of the MacOS, IOS or Android operating system on your device is compatible with the version of the app you are trying to install.
My Bluesky Social app is not updating properly in my phone
In order to ensure that you are able to update the Bluesky Social app, please take the following steps:
- Verify that your wifi or mobile data connection is functioning properly. If the connection is down, it may prevent the app from updating.
- Make sure that your phone has enough storage space to download the updates. If there is not enough space, it may prevent the app from updating.
Audio/video loading problem with Bluesky Social
If you are experiencing audio problems while using a phone, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:
- Verify that the volume on your phone is not turned down or muted.
- Try using headphones to determine if the problem is with the phone's speakers or with the app itself.
If you are having trouble with videos loading, some potential solutions include:
- Checking your internet speed and wifi connectivity to ensure that you have a stable connection.
- Make sure that your phone has enough storage space to download the videos.
- Check if the app is compatible with your operating system version.
- Check that your phone is not running on low-power mode.
Bluesky Social app notifications are not working properly
If you are not receiving notifications for the Bluesky Social app, you can check the app's notification settings by following these steps:
- Go to the "Apps" section on your device. Locate the "Bluesky Social" app.
- Check the notification settings to see if they are enabled. If they are not, please enable them.
- If you are not getting notification sounds, make sure that the app's notification sound is not accidentally muted.
Note: The instructions may vary based on the device or operating system. It is always a good idea to check your device's documentation or manual to verify the exact steps to access the app's notification settings.
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Bluesky Social Developer Updates
We've made some improvements to photos: posts with multiple photos now appear in a carousel, and larger photo sizes are now supported so you can show off your artwork or photography in all its glory..Version 1.116.0 09 February 2026
Drafts are finally here! For all the overthinkers and perfectionists out there. We've updated our welcome screen with some fresh artwork by @odpomery.bsky.social, an artist from the Bluesky community. Plus, we improved how GIFs display in posts so that they appear more like classic GIFs (autoplaying without sound) and not like videos. Oh, and there are a bunch of performance improvements and a couple bug fixes too, of course..Version 1.111.0 08 December 2025
Bug fixes and performance improvements.Version 1.108 08 September 2025
- Bookmarks are here! - Bug fixes and performance improvements.Version 1.104 07 July 2025
- Activity subscriptions: receive push notifications when users post by subscribing to their activity. - More detailed notification settings: change which notifications you receive and from whom. - New notification types: likes on reposts, reposts of reposts. - Multiple visual improvements to post threads. - Fixed a bug which made it difficult to link to search results. - Multiple other bugfixes..Version 1.101 21 April 2025
Weβre introducing a new layer of verification on Bluesky. Users may now be verified by Bluesky or by "Trusted Verifiers," adding a checkmark next to their username which confirms their identity..Version 1.98 17 February 2025
- You can now restrict replies to your posts to followers only! - A new settings page now exists to set default "Who can reply" settings on all future posts - Improvements to the search page interface - Added a new "Search posts by user" tool to profiles - When reporting DM conversations, you will now be prompted to block the offending user and delete the conversation - Added "Interlingua" to application languages.Version 1.96.1 19 December 2024
Fix for uploading avatar and banner images.Version 1.92.1 12 October 2024
- Reworked the search page to default to all languages and always show the language selector - Improved the performance and usability of the feed reordering tool - Improved tap targets of avatars in the feed - Fix: Can now post gifs without text again - Fix: Sharing videos and images to Bluesky should work more reliably - Multiple fixes to bottom sheet dialogs.Version 1.89 26 July 2024
- Priority notifications filtering! You can now enable "Priority Notifications" in your Notifications Settings to only receive notifications for replies, mentions, and quoteposts when they are from people you follow. Likes, reposts, and follows will still show from everyone. - Some performance, UI, and bandwidth-usage improvements.Version 1.83 22 May 2024
- Direct Messages! Send messages directly to other users. - Easier-to-use controls for who can reply to your posts. - Fix: you can now remove saved feeds that are failing to load..Version 1.72 13 March 2024
β’ Updated the post dropdown to be a full menu β’ Multiple a11y fixes (and more on the way) β’ Lots of small bugfixes.Version 1.62 29 December 2023
β’ Fixed an issue where text input would fail in the post composer, profile editor, or account report tool. β’ Account creation no longer freezes while inputting the invite code. β’ Avatars should now reliably show when zoomed. β’ Fixed an issue that would cause screens to disappear or appear slightly dimmed. β’ Improvemenets to the search interface (thanks haileyok and mozzius!). β’ Disabled spanish and german interface languages temporarily. β’ Fixed an issue that would cause dropdowns to open too easily and not dismiss. β’ Fixed an issue that would sometimes cause posts to duplicate in the feed and scrolling to break. β’ The composer now asks you to wait for link cards to finish loading before posting..Version 1.55 30 October 2023
Bug fixes and performance improvements.Version 1.48 29 August 2023
Some critical bugfixes, including a fix to a UI freeze in notifications..Version 1.35 28 June 2023
- Fixed an issue that made it hard to leave the post composer. - Fixed issues with accessibility font scaling which would cause interfaces to be invisible or unavailable..Version 1.23 26 April 2023
Bug fixes, new bad-content reporting categories, and invite codes now persist if they were copied (per device)..
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Update your device software to the latest version, delete the app and redownload it from the app store. Your bluesky social app progress will be retained as long as the device is connected to the internet. Also, ensure that your device meets the minimum system requirements.
