Invalid Handle on Bluesky – Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

It looks like you’re trying to set up a custom domain as your handle on Bluesky! Here’s how to do it, tailored to your blog post:

How to Set Your Domain as Your Bluesky Handle

  1. Acquire your domain:

  2. Find your Bluesky DID:

    • In the Bluesky app, go to Profile > Settings > Advanced > Change my handle.
    • Select “I have my own domain” to reveal your unique did= string. Copy this.
  3. Add a TXT record to your domain’s DNS settings:

    • Log in to your domain registrar (e.g., Namecheap)
    • Find the DNS management settings for your domain (often under “Advanced DNS”).
    • Add a new TXT record with these details:
      • Host: _atproto
      • Type: TXT
      • Value: Paste your did= string here.
      • TTL: Leave this as “Automatic”.
  4. Verify on Bluesky:

    • Return to Bluesky’s “Change my handle” screen and tap “Verify”.
    • Bluesky will check your DNS records. This might take a few minutes.
    • Once verified, your Bluesky handle will be your custom domain!

Important Notes

  • DNS Propagation: It can take some time for DNS changes to fully propagate across the internet. If verification fails initially, wait a bit and try again.
  • Alternative Domain Providers: The steps for adding a TXT record will vary slightly depending on your domain provider. Refer to their documentation for specific instructions.
  • Subdomains: If you want to set up subdomains (like @emily.yourdomain.com), you can follow the advanced instructions in your blog post for using the .well-known route.

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