Bluesky Introduces Starter Packs for Personalized Invites

Bluesky has unveiled a new feature aimed at enhancing user experience on the platform: starter packs. These personalized invites allow users to bring their friends directly into their own slice of Bluesky, fostering more tailored and intimate community interactions.

Bluesky Introduces Starter Packs for Personalized Invites
Jay Graber, CEO of Bluesky

Bluesky has unveiled a new feature aimed at enhancing user experience on the platform: starter packs. These personalized invites allow users to bring their friends directly into their own slice of Bluesky, fostering more tailored and intimate community interactions.

Available under the Starter Packs tab on a user's Bluesky profile, this new feature enables users to recommend custom feeds and specific users to help their community members find and connect with each other. Jay Graber, CEO of Bluesky, detailed this innovative feature in a recent blog post, explaining its benefits and how to utilize it effectively.

So, what exactly is in a starter pack?

Custom feeds are a significant component. On Bluesky, users have the flexibility to set any algorithm or topic as their home timeline. Examples of these custom feeds include "Quiet Posters" (which highlights posts from quieter mutuals), "Science" (posts from the science community), and "Catch Up."

Another vital element is the recommended follows. Users can add their favorite accounts to the starter pack, encouraging new users to follow these accounts, thus helping to build a more connected and engaging community.

Here are some notable starter packs currently available:

  • Art: Join the vibrant art community on Bluesky.
  • Bluesky for Law: An invitation to those interested in legal practice, scholarship, journalism, and debate.
  • KidLit on Bluesky: A space for illustrators and authors who create content for children.

Bluesky is committed to enhancing the user experience, and the introduction of starter packs is a testament to this commitment. Users are encouraged to provide feedback on their experience with starter packs through the platform's support page: https://blueskyweb.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

According to Jay Graber, the starter packs are designed to help users personalize their community experience on Bluesky. By allowing users to create and recommend custom feeds and follow suggestions, the platform aims to make social media interactions more meaningful and aligned with individual interests.

This new feature not only aids in the discovery of content and connections but also empowers users to shape their own online experiences. With starter packs, users can curate their home timelines with content that matters most to them, making Bluesky a more engaging and personalized social platform.

Bluesky's ongoing efforts to integrate user feedback and improve platform functionalities reflect its dedication to user satisfaction. The starter packs are a strategic addition to help build stronger, more engaged communities. By making it easier for users to bring friends into their customized spaces and recommend relevant content, Bluesky aims to foster a more cohesive and interactive user base.

In summary, the introduction of starter packs on Bluesky represents a significant step towards enhancing user interaction and community building on the platform. With the ability to recommend custom feeds and favorite accounts, users now have powerful tools to create a more personalized and connected social media experience.