Since Elon Musk acquired Twitter, now rebranded as X, several alternative platforms have sprung up to attract users who are moving away from it. Some prioritize small, close-knit communities, while others strive to rival or surpass Twitter’s original scale. One standout contender is Bluesky, a decentralized social network powered by the AT Protocol. The platform has grown consistently and rolls out updates regularly, making it an appealing option for anyone exploring replacements for X. Because it’s open source, developers can suggest improvements and help influence how the platform evolves. 💡Schedule your Bluesky posts! With Buffer's Bluesky integration, you can cross-post to other networks, review your analytics, keep all your ideas in one place, and much more — even if you're using a custom server. Buffer for Bluesky is included on every plan, free tier included → Jump to a section: What is Bluesky? Is Bluesky free to use? What Bluesky does well Where Bluesky falls short Major controversies to be aware of Should you sign up for Bluesky? Bluesky FAQ Additional Bluesky resources What is Bluesky? Bluesky is a free, decentralized social platform created by Jack Dorsey, the former CEO of Twitter. Built on the AT Protocol, it’s designed so that anyone can run their own server while remaining part of the wider Bluesky ecosystem. Here’s what makes it different: A decentralized structure that gives users more control Open-source code for greater transparency Community-led development To use Bluesky, you choose a handle, which appears as “@username.bsky.social” (I grabbed @tami.bsky.social). If you want to personalize it further, you can turn a domain name into your handle. This…