In the world of social networks, account verification plays a crucial role in ensuring authenticity and building trust within the community. On the decentralized social media platform Bluesky, this process is particularly innovative: users can use their own domain as their username. But how does this work exactly? In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the steps of account verification on Bluesky.
Why Verify Your Bluesky Account?
Verification through your own domain offers several advantages:
- Authenticity: Your domain serves as clear proof of your identity.
- Visibility: A personalized username like
@yourdomain.comlooks professional and stands out from standard handles. - Trust: Users immediately recognize that your account is authentic.
Step-by-Step Guide to Verification
1. Create a Bluesky Account
If you don’t already have a Bluesky account, sign up at bsky.social. During registration, choose a temporary username.
2. Prepare Your Domain
You will need your own domain to complete the verification process. If you don’t already have one, you can purchase it from popular providers like GoDaddy, Namecheap, or IONOS.
3. Access Settings on Bluesky
In your Bluesky profile, navigate to:
- Settings > Account > Handle > I have my own domain
Bluesky will provide specific DNS information required for verification.
4. Add a DNS Record
Log in to your domain registrar’s dashboard and add a new TXT record with the following details:
- Domain:
_atproto - Type: TXT
- Value:
did=did:plc:[Your Specific Value]
This record links your domain to your Bluesky account.
5. Complete Verification
After a few minutes (or up to 24 hours, depending on DNS propagation), return to Bluesky and click Verify DNS Record. Once verified, your handle will display your domain in your profile.
Alternative Method: .well-known Verification
If you prefer not to add a DNS record, you can use a .well-known file instead. Create a text file with the following content:
did=did:plc:[Your Specific Value]Save this file at https://yourdomain.com/.well-known/atproto-did and initiate the verification process on Bluesky.
Conclusion
Verification on Bluesky is not just a technical process but a statement: it proves that you own your domain and builds trust within the community. For organizations, businesses, and public figures, this feature is a significant asset.