Bluesky Posting API
Post text, images, and links with cards to Bluesky programmatically. Automate your decentralized social media content strategy with a single API call.
Start Posting FreeWhat You Can Post to Bluesky
IndReelForge's Bluesky posting API supports every content format available on Bluesky. Whether you are publishing text posts, sharing images, or posting links with rich card previews, our API handles it all through a unified endpoint built on the AT Protocol.
Text Posts
Publish text-based posts to Bluesky with full support for mentions, hashtags, and links. Our Bluesky API handles rich text facets automatically, converting your plain text into properly formatted Bluesky posts with clickable mentions and links.
Images
Upload up to four images per post on Bluesky via API. Support for JPEG, PNG, and WebP formats with automatic optimization. Add alt text for accessibility on every image. Our API handles blob uploads to the AT Protocol seamlessly.
Links with Cards
Share links with rich preview cards on Bluesky. Our API automatically generates link cards with titles, descriptions, and thumbnail images from your URLs. Link cards drive higher engagement and click-through rates than plain text links.
Quick Start: Bluesky Posting API
Getting started with the IndReelForge Bluesky posting API takes less than a minute. Here is a simple curl command to post to Bluesky programmatically. Replace YOUR_API_KEY with your actual API key from the dashboard.
curl -X POST https://api.indreelforge.com/api/upload_photos \ -H 'Authorization: Apikey YOUR_API_KEY' \ -F 'user=my-brand' \ -F 'platform[]=bluesky' \ -F 'photo_urls[]=https://yourstorage.com/screenshot.jpg' \ -F 'title=Just shipped a new API integration! Check it out.' \ -F 'schedule_at=2026-11-07T10:00:00Z'
This single request posts a text update with an image to Bluesky, and schedules it for a specific time. The Bluesky posting API handles all the complexity of the AT Protocol behind the scenes.
Key Features for Bluesky
Our Bluesky API integration goes beyond simple posting. IndReelForge provides advanced features that help creators, developers, and SaaS platforms manage their Bluesky content at scale.
AT Protocol Integration
IndReelForge integrates natively with the AT Protocol that powers Bluesky. Our API handles the complexity of blob uploads, rich text facets, record creation, and authentication so you can focus on your content. Full support for custom PDS endpoints and decentralized identifiers.
Image Uploads
Upload images to Bluesky with automatic blob handling and optimization. Our API manages the AT Protocol blob upload process, image compression, and embedding. Add alt text to every image for accessibility. Support for up to four images per post.
Scheduling
Schedule Bluesky posts for optimal engagement times. Our Bluesky posting API lets you queue content days, weeks, or months in advance. Set specific publish times to maintain a consistent presence on the growing Bluesky network without manual effort.
Cross-Platform Posting
Post to Bluesky alongside Twitter, Threads, and other platforms simultaneously with a single API call. IndReelForge's unified endpoint lets you distribute content across multiple social networks effortlessly while tailoring content for each platform.
How It Works
Connect Your Bluesky Account
Link your Bluesky account through our secure authentication flow. IndReelForge supports app passwords and OAuth for Bluesky, so your main credentials are never exposed. The connection takes under 30 seconds.
Get Your API Key
Generate an API key from your IndReelForge dashboard. Each key can be scoped to specific accounts and platforms for security. Use the key in your Authorization header for all Bluesky posting API requests.
Post Content via API
Send a POST request with your text, media URLs, and any scheduling parameters. Our Bluesky API validates your content, handles AT Protocol record creation, and returns a job ID for tracking.
Monitor & Optimize
Track post status, publishing confirmations, and engagement metrics through webhooks or our analytics API. Use the data to optimize your content strategy and posting schedule for maximum reach on Bluesky.
Who Uses the Bluesky Posting API?
IndReelForge's Bluesky API is used by early adopters, developers, and forward-thinking brands who want to establish a presence on the decentralized social web.
Developers & Tech Companies
Developers and tech companies use our API to post updates, share blog posts, and engage with the tech-savvy Bluesky community. Automate your developer relations presence on the fastest-growing decentralized platform.
Content Creators
Creators use the Bluesky posting API to cross-post content from other platforms and maintain a consistent presence on Bluesky. Reach new audiences on the decentralized web without additional manual effort.
SaaS Platforms
SaaS companies embed IndReelForge's Bluesky API into their own products to offer Bluesky publishing features to their users. Stay ahead of the curve by supporting decentralized social media early.
Bluesky API FAQ
Can I post to Bluesky via API?
Yes. IndReelForge uses the AT Protocol (atproto) to publish text posts and images to Bluesky programmatically. Connect your account using a Bluesky App Password in the dashboard — no full account password required.
Why does Bluesky use App Passwords instead of OAuth?
Bluesky's AT Protocol uses a different authentication model from OAuth-based platforms. App Passwords are scoped credentials that grant IndReelForge posting access without sharing your account password.
Does IndReelForge support Bluesky image posts?
Yes. Upload images alongside your text post and IndReelForge attaches them as embedded images in your Bluesky post. Up to 4 images per post are supported, which is the Bluesky limit.
Is there a free tier for the Bluesky API?
Yes. The IndReelForge free plan includes 10 uploads per month covering all platforms including Bluesky. No credit card required to test the Bluesky integration.
Bluesky Posting API Pricing
Start with our free plan that includes 10 uploads per month shared across your connected platforms. Paid plans from ₹499/month include unlimited posts. All plans include text posts, images, and links with cards.
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