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How to create your own Bluesky domain - and why I recommend it

Using a domain on Bluesky helps identify you to your followers. Here's how to do it, step-by-step.

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How to delete your X/Twitter account for good (and protect your data)
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Your Instagram videos will never be the same after these AI editing tools roll out
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You can turn your Instagram profile into a digital business card - here's how
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Threads just got a little more like Bluesky
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How to create your own Bluesky domain - and why I recommend it

Using a domain on Bluesky helps identify you to your followers. Here's how to do it, step-by-step.
4 days ago by David Gewirtz in Social Media
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How to delete your X/Twitter account for good (and protect your data)

Leaving X isn't as simple as logging off. Here's what to do before joining the exodus.
1 week ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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Your Instagram videos will never be the same after these AI editing tools roll out

With a simple text prompt, creators will be able to change outfits, backgrounds, and more. (Meta's Mosseri turned himself into a puppet.)
1 week ago by Matene Toure in Artificial Intelligence
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You can turn your Instagram profile into a digital business card - here's how

Instagram's new 'profile card' turns social networking into a professional networking site for freelancers, content creators, and small business owners.
1 week ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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Threads just got a little more like Bluesky

Social media outfits have a history of copying successful features to stay competitive. Let's compare!
1 week ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp are all down right now: Here's what we know

If you're getting an error when logging into or using Meta's apps, you're not alone, as thousands of users have reported service outages in the US.
2 weeks ago by Cesar Cadenas in Social Media
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7 Bluesky settings tweaks that make the popular X alternative even better

If you've migrated from X to Bluesky like the millions of others, here are a few ways to make the experience as wonderful (and drama-free) as possible.
2 weeks ago by Jack Wallen in Social Media
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Instagram just beat TikTok to new feature creators will love

Here's why 'trial reels' could be a game changer for creators.
2 weeks ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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Bluesky is teeming with researchers - here's why

Data shows academics are thriving on the newly popular platform. Here's how to make the most of it.
2 weeks ago by Radhika Rajkumar in Social Media
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7 things to know about Bluesky before you join - and why you should

It's not a direct replacement for Twitter (X), but Bluesky has a lot to offer those who want a fresh start in a decentralized, privacy-minded network.
2 weeks ago by Jason Perlow in Social Media
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Want analytics for your Threads posts? Meta is testing the feature now

In its ongoing rivalry with Bluesky to attract X defectors, Meta is testing a feature that brands and creators have been clamoring for.
3 weeks ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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How to find and create Bluesky feeds - and why they're so helpful

Bluesky's Feeds feature makes it easier to follow only the people and topics you want. Here's how to get started.
3 weeks ago by Jack Wallen in Social Media
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If you convert to a domain name on Bluesky, you MUST do this right away

Bluesky blues: This ZDNET senior contributing editor discovered a major flaw in Bluesky's domain registration. Here's how to protect yourself.
3 weeks ago by David Gewirtz in Social Media
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I deleted thousands of tweets from X with this new tool - for free

Now you can easily migrate from X with this powerful tool that deletes tweets, likes, and DMs, while backing up your data for a fresh start elsewhere.
3 weeks ago by Jason Perlow in Social Media
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Why I don't regret leaving X for Bluesky

Are the skies really bluer away from X? I took a seat at the internet's new cool table to see what was what.
4 weeks ago by Jack Wallen in Social Media
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