Bluesky Unlocks Private Bookmarks: A Game-Changer for Curated Content

Bluesky Adds Private Bookmarking Feature After Long-Awaited Update The Bluesky app and website have finally received a long-overdue update with the addition of a private bookmarking feature, allowing users to save posts for later reading. The new feature is now available on both platforms. According to sources, bookmarks on Bluesky work similarly to those found on other services: users can save a post and revisit it later from the "saved posts" section. However, unlike some other platforms, there is currently no way to organize saved posts into folders or categories. Bluesky developer Jaz created a workaround for users in the past by allowing subscribers to save posts via a custom "pinned" feed. Users could reply with an emoji to save a post, but this method was not private as it created a public reply for every save. The new bookmarking feature now provides a way to convert previously saved "pins" into private bookmarks. "We're excited to bring this essential feature to our users," said Jaz in a statement. "We've been listening to feedback and working hard to improve the platform, and we think this update will be a game-changer for many of our users." The addition of a bookmarking feature is seen as a significant improvement by experts, who note that it addresses a long-standing issue on the platform. "This is a major step forward for Bluesky," said tech analyst Emily Chen. "Users have been asking for this feature for months, and it's great to see the developers listening and responding." Background context shows that Bluesky has faced criticism in the past for its lack of essential features compared to other social media platforms. The addition of a bookmarking feature is seen as a key step towards making Bluesky more competitive. The current status of the update is that it is now live on both the app and website, with users able to access the new bookmarking feature immediately. Future developments are expected to include additional features and improvements based on user feedback. As for next steps, Jaz hinted at further updates in the works: "We're committed to continually improving the platform and adding more features that our users want and need." *Reporting by Engadget.*