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Bluesky Plugins for WordPress

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Bluesky is blowing up right now, so much so that it’s got Meta scrambling to highlight their growth numbers in response. If you’re running a WordPress site, you’re probably looking to embed Bluesky posts into your site and/or share WordPress posts to your Bluesky account, right?

Here’s a list of some of the newest Bluesky plugins for WordPress as of late 2024 in no particular order:

 

screenshot of WordPress plugin Auto Post, Auto Publish and Schedule to Twitter, LinkedIn and Social Media - WP to Buffer

screenshot of WordPress plugin Auto Post, Auto Publish and Schedule to Twitter, LinkedIn and Social Media – WP to Buffer

1. Auto Post, Auto Publish and Schedule to Twitter, LinkedIn and Social Media – WP to Buffer

I’ve been a big fan of Buffer since it’s birth. Now they’ve included a WordPress to Bluesky Auto Post option! Here’s the support form on wp.org.

Plugin features include:

  • Automatically share Posts, Pages and Custom Post Types to social media when scheduling, publishing or updating your WordPress content
  • Define the status text dynamically, pulling in your WordPress Post’s Title, Content, Excerpt and more
  • Supports Twitter / X

 

 

screenshot of WordPress plugin Share on Bluesky

screenshot of WordPress plugin Share on Bluesky

2. Share on Bluesky

Allows you to automatically share new posts using your Bluesky-Profile. Here’s the support forum on wp.org. Be sure to follow dev Matthias Pfefferle on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/pfefferle.org too.

 

 

screenshot of WordPress plugin Simple Auto-Poster for Bluesky

screenshot of WordPress plugin Simple Auto-Poster for Bluesky

3. Simple Auto-Poster for Bluesky

A set and forget plugin that automatically shares on ATProto networks like Bluesky when a post is published from WordPress. Here’s the support forum on wp.org.

  • Note from author as of November 26: At the moment the plugin only works if the posts are published with featured images (new versions and features coming soon).

 

4. Awesome Bluesky (GitHub)

This is basically a big list of cool tools, apps, and resources for Bluesky, all shared by developers. Check out Awesome Bluesky on Github.

 

5. BlueSky Feed Plugin for WordPress

Yes, I am trying to ignore the incorrect brand formatting. This plugin can display BlueSky posts in WordPress based on hashtags in a beautiful, responsive feed with horizontal or vertical scrolling. Visit BlueSky Feed Plugin for WordPress on GitHub to learn more. Don’t forget to follow dev Stephan Janssen on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/stephanjanssen.be and say thank you!

Plugin features include:

  • Display BlueSky posts filtered by hashtags
  • Horizontal or vertical scrolling options
  • Lazy loading of images for better performance

 

screenshot of Autoblue WordPress plugin, sourced from autoblue.cc

screenshot of Autoblue WordPress plugin, sourced from autoblue.cc

6. Autoblue

Autoblue auto-shares WordPress posts to Bluesky, featuring your image and custom messages. As of December 2024, this new plugin is available only in its alpha version at autoblue.cc.

See my honest review: WP Plugin Review: Autoblue – A Bluesky Plugin for WordPress

Plugin features include:

  • Automatically sharing WordPress posts to your Bluesky account.
  • Displaying Bluesky likes and replies on your WordPress posts.

Follow plugin author/dev Daniel Post on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/danielpost.com

 

Want more? Visit the WordPress Plugin Directory for the most up-to-date list of WordPress-approved Bluesky plugins..

5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing WordPress Plugins

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When choosing WordPress plugins, it’s essential to be cautious to maintain your site’s performance, security, and functionality.

Here are five things to avoid:

 

1. Poor Reviews and Low Ratings

Avoid plugins with consistently low ratings or negative reviews. Reviews from other users can indicate whether the plugin is reliable and well-supported.

 

2. Lack of Regular Updates

Be wary of plugins that haven’t been updated in several months or years. An outdated plugin may be incompatible with the latest WordPress version and could pose security risks.

 

3. Too Many Unnecessary Features

Avoid plugins that are bloated with features you don’t need. They can slow down your site, increase complexity, and introduce potential security vulnerabilities.

 

4. No or Limited Support

Plugins with limited or no developer support can be problematic if you encounter issues. Check if the plugin author provides regular support, documentation, or an active forum.

 

5. Untrusted or Unverified Sources

Avoid downloading plugins from unreliable or unofficial sources. Always use the official WordPress Plugin Repository or trusted marketplaces to reduce the risk of malware or malicious code.

Careful consideration when selecting plugins will help keep your WordPress site secure and efficient.