Kevin’s Picks: Sky Follower Bridge for BlueSky
If you're one of the many people looking to reconnect with friends from Twitter (now called X) on Bluesky, there’s a simple way to bridge the gap: Sky Follower Bridge.
This nifty browser extension makes it easy to find and follow your Twitter connections on Bluesky, offering a streamlined way to transition between these social networks.
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How Sky Follower Bridge Works
The setup is straightforward: install the Sky Follower Bridge extension on Chrome or Firefox. Open up your Twitter page (in any section: Following, Followers, Blocked, or List), activate the extension, enter your Bluesky credentials, and hit ‘Find Bluesky Users.’ In seconds, you’ll see who’s already made the leap to Bluesky and can follow them with a single click!
Using an App-Specific Password for Security
Sky Follower Bridge recommends using an app-specific password from Bluesky for added security.
This means your actual Bluesky password remains untouched, and the extension has limited access, so it is used only to verify your account.
If needed, you can also use your main password without worry—the extension doesn’t store your information and uses it only for the session.
A Limited-Time Tool?
Here’s the catch: this tool operates by “screen scraping” Twitter’s data. X has a history of blocking similar tools, such as those that helped users migrate to Mastodon.
While Sky Follower Bridge is working beautifully now, its availability may be temporary. If you’re ready to switch, it’s best to act sooner rather than later!
Repeat as More Friends Join Bluesky
As more of your friends join Bluesky, you may want to run the tool a few times to keep reconnecting. It’s an ideal way to migrate your followers and followings and your block list, creating a seamless experience on Bluesky.
Ready to Jump to Bluesky?
Sky Follower Bridge makes it easier to keep your community close as you join Bluesky.
You can bring your Twitter connections along with a few straightforward steps, creating a familiar network on this new platform. Since Twitter might restrict tools like this in the future, there’s no better time to explore your options.
Ready to see who’s waiting for you on Bluesky? Give it try. 🙂
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