How to Use Your Own Domain as a Handle on BlueSky

So, you’re now the proud owner of a BlueSky account and thinking: “This clunky ‘@YourName.bsky.social’ is okay, but wouldn’t it be cooler to use my own domain?” Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! With just a sprinkle of tech magic, you can personalize your BlueSky handle (like for example @matutis.de).

Step 1: Preparations 🛠️

Before we dive in, make sure you have:

1. Your own domain. (If not, it’s time to get one! How about using your last name or your favorite pet? 🐱)
2. Access to the webspace associated with your domain.

Step 2: Create the Magic File ✨

We’re keeping it simple: all you need is a small file.

1. Go to your BlueSky account settings and navigate to the Handle Settings section. BlueSky will show you a DID (e.g., did=plc:1234abcd5678efgh), which you’ll need.
2. Create a text file named atproto (without any file extension). Here’s an example of what the file should contain:makefileKopierenBearbeitendid=plc:1234abcd5678efgh Important: Replace plc:1234abcd5678efgh with the DID provided by BlueSky.
3. Save the file to your computer. 🎉

Step 3: Create the .well-known Directory and Upload the File 📂

1. Log in to your web hosting control panel or FTP client and navigate to the root directory of your domain. 🚀
2. Create a new directory called .well-known (don’t forget the dot at the beginning—it’s important! 😉).
3. Upload the atproto file into the .well-known directory. This means the file should be accessible at:www.YourDomain.com/.well-known/atproto

Step 4: Set Up Your Domain as Your Handle 🌐

Now for the fun part:

1. Go back to the Handle Settings in your BlueSky account. 📲
2. Enter your domain (e.g., YourDomain.com) in the handle field.
3. BlueSky will check if the file is correctly set up. If everything is good to go, congrats—the sleek new handle is yours! 🥳

Your domain is now your BlueSky handle, and you can proudly claim to be not just a tech wizard but also a style icon. 😍

Common Issues (and How to Fix Them) 🤔

• The file isn’t found: Make sure the .well-known directory is set up correctly and the file is named atproto (without any extensions).
• BlueSky doesn’t recognize the file: Double-check that you copied the DID exactly as shown in your account. Typos are often the culprit. 🧐

The instructions are also available here as a PDF -> PDF-Instructions-Bluesky-Domain

Easily created using AI by Cornelius Matutis
Technical questions? Please don’t ask me 😉
Legal questions? Gladly at any time 😉

Follow me on Bluesky -> https://bsky.app/profile/matutis.de