Bluesky Adds "Followers Only" Reply Option and Search Functionality, Taking on X and Threads

Bluesky Adds "Followers Only" Reply Option and Search Functionality, Taking on X and Threads

Bluesky, the decentralized social networking platform vying for a spot alongside giants like X (formerly Twitter) and Meta's Threads, has just rolled out a significant update to its app. This update brings two key features to the forefront: a "followers only" reply option and a "search posts" function within user profiles. While the latter is a feature borrowed from X, it's the former that truly sets Bluesky apart and positions it as a platform seriously addressing the challenges of online discourse. The "followers only" reply option is a game-changer, particularly in the context of viral content. Anyone who has experienced a post unexpectedly blowing up knows the frustration of "content collapse." This phenomenon occurs when a post's reach extends far beyond its intended audience, leading to a deluge of replies from individuals who lack the context or understanding of the original message. These irrelevant or even disruptive comme…