So you’ve been cruising through Bluesky, stumbled on a post that made you laugh, cry, or go “huh, that’s smart”—but now you can’t find it again. Sound familiar?
Here’s the kicker: Bluesky doesn’t have a built-in bookmark feature. Yet. But don't worry—people have come up with clever ways to work around it. Whether you want something quick and dirty or organized and elegant, there’s a method for you.
Let’s break down all the ways you can bookmark posts on Bluesky (even the sneaky ones).
1. The Old-School 📌 Emoji Hack
What it is:
Reply to the post with just the 📌 emoji—nothing else.
That reply automatically gets saved to your “My Pins” feed (check your profile > Feeds > My Pins). Think of it as your public, emoji-powered bookmark shelf.
Pros:
- Super fast
- Built right into Bluesky
Cons:
- Public replies can clutter the thread
- Everyone sees your bookmark, which might not always be ideal
- Risk of spam flags if overused
2. Create a Custom Feed (Just for Bookmarks)
Want more control? You can build a custom feed that shows only posts you’ve “bookmarked” with the 📌 reply. Then pin that feed to your sidebar.
It’s like building your own private (or public!) collection.
Bonus: You can do this with any emoji or phrase, not just 📌.
3. Browser Bookmarks (Yes, Really)
If you’re using Bluesky on the web, click the timestamp on any post. That opens a unique URL—perfect for old-school bookmarking in Chrome, Safari, or Firefox.
Just save it like you would any webpage.
Pros:
- Private
- Easy to organize into folders
Cons:
- Doesn’t work well on mobile apps
- No preview or post info unless you open the link
4. Screenshot or Save the Post
Sometimes the easiest option is to take a screenshot.
Why it works:
- Visual
- Offline
- Fast on any device
Drawbacks:
- No link back to the post
- Harder to organize over time
Pro tip: Add them to a notes app or cloud storage with tags if you want to keep them tidy.
5. Email It to Yourself
Bluesky has a “share” option. Tap it, copy the post link, and email it to yourself with a quick subject line.
Boom—instantly archived and searchable.
Downside: Manual and clunky if you’re trying to save lots of posts.
6. Use SkyMarks (iOS + Safari Only)
SkyMarks is an iOS tool that integrates with Safari’s share sheet. Tap “Share” > SkyMarks, and it stores your bookmarks with full links and previews.
Pros:
- Syncs with Apple ID
- Looks clean
- Easy to search
Cons:
- iOS/Safari only
- Requires third-party app
7. Dewey Chrome Extension
This one’s for the desktop fans.
Install the Dewey extension for Chrome. It adds a sleek bookmark button right into Bluesky’s UI. Saved posts go into a private dashboard where you can tag, search, and organize.
Pros:
- Beautiful UI
- Searchable tags and folders
Cons:
- Desktop only
- Separate login/account needed
8. Use Bookmarkr Bot
Mention @bookmarkr.app
in a reply to any post. That automatically saves the post into your personal Bookmarkr dashboard.
It even supports:
- Folders
- Notes
- Shareable collections
- PDF exports
Pros:
- Powerful tools for organizing
- Shareable and exportable
Cons:
- Public mentions (though you can delete later)
- Depends on bot uptime
9. DM to Bookmark It (Private Bot)
Prefer privacy? DM the post link to @bookmarkit.bsky.social
. This bot stores your bookmarked posts without leaving a public reply.
Pros:
- Quiet and private
- No clutter in threads
Cons:
- May rely on bot stability
- Not officially supported by Bluesky
🧠 Quick Comparison Table
| Method | Effort | Visibility | Organization | Platform | |-|--|-||| | 📌 Emoji Hack | Super low | Public | Feed-based | Native | | Custom Feed | Medium | Public/private | Custom filtering | Native | | Browser Bookmark | Low | Private | Folder system | Web | | Screenshot/Save | Medium | Private | Manual | Any | | Email Link | Medium | Private | Email folders | Any | | SkyMarks | Low | Private | App sync | iOS/Safari | | Dewey Extension | Low | Private | Tag + search | Chrome/Web | | Bookmarkr Bot | Medium | Public | Folders + PDFs | Native + Web | | DM to Bookmark Bot | Low | Private | Bot inbox | Native |
So... Which Should You Use?
It depends on your vibe:
- Casual & fast: 📌 emoji or browser bookmarks
- Mobile-friendly: SkyMarks
- Desktop power: Dewey
- Super private: DM bot
- Organized geekery: Bookmarkr
Final Thoughts
We’re still waiting for an official bookmark button on Bluesky. But until then, this clever patchwork of emoji hacks, bots, and browser tricks is surprisingly powerful.
You’ve got options—maybe too many. Pick the one that feels right, and hey, if Bluesky does launch real bookmarks soon? You’ll be ahead of the game.
Happy saving!