Want to become a Bluesky influencer and grow your audience? While the platform is still young compared to X or Instagram, that's exactly why now is the perfect time to establish yourself. The key is using the right tools—and Skyscraper for iOS is built specifically to help you grow your Bluesky following. See who's already succeeding in our guide to the biggest Bluesky influencers and most followed accounts.

Why Skyscraper is the Best App for Growing on Bluesky

Skyscraper isn't just another Bluesky client—it's a growth-focused app with features designed to help aspiring influencers build their audience. Here's what sets it apart:

1. Trending Hashtags (50 Hashtags, Multiple Time Windows)

Finding trending topics is crucial for visibility. Skyscraper shows you the top 50 trending hashtags on Bluesky across multiple time windows:

  • 1 Hour – What's hot right now
  • 3 Hours – Short-term trends
  • 6 Hours – Building momentum topics
  • 12 Hours – Half-day trends
  • 24 Hours – Daily trending topics
  • 7 Days – Weekly trends to watch

You can also filter by language to find trends relevant to your audience. This means you can jump on trending conversations before they peak.

2. Discovery Tab

Skyscraper's Discovery features help you find new connections:

  • Trending Topics – See what's being discussed
  • Suggested Users – Find accounts in your niche
  • Starter Packs – Join curated groups of accounts to follow and be discovered

3. Multi-Account Support

Growing as an influencer often means managing multiple accounts:

  • Seamless account switching without logging out
  • Personal + brand accounts managed together
  • Niche-specific profiles for different audiences
  • OAuth and App Password authentication options

4. Hashtag Pinning & Favorites

Stay on top of your niche by pinning hashtags you want to monitor regularly. This gives you quick access to conversations where you can engage and grow your visibility.

5. Comprehensive Search

Find your audience with powerful search capabilities:

  • Search users – Find accounts in your niche
  • Search hashtags – Discover relevant conversations
  • Search posts – Find content to engage with

6. Advanced Post Composition

Create engaging content with Skyscraper's post features:

  • Up to 4 images per post with alt text
  • Draft saving – Prepare posts in advance
  • Threadgate controls – Manage who can reply
  • Quote posts – Add commentary to trending discussions

7. Push Notifications

Never miss engagement opportunities:

  • Instant alerts for likes, reposts, and replies
  • Filter by notification type
  • Respond quickly to build relationships

8. Feed Management & Custom Feeds

Stay organized with multiple feeds:

  • Following feed – Your chronological timeline
  • Custom feeds – Algorithm-curated content
  • Feed pinning – Quick access to your favorites

Step-by-Step: Growing Your Bluesky Following

Here's how to use Skyscraper to grow your audience:

Step 1: Download Skyscraper

Download Skyscraper for iOS from the App Store and sign in with your Bluesky account.

Step 2: Explore Trending Hashtags

Open the Trending Hashtags tab and find topics relevant to your niche. Look at different time windows to understand what's building momentum.

Step 3: Pin Your Niche Hashtags

Pin hashtags related to your content area. If you're a tech creator, pin #Tech, #AI, #Apple. If you're into fitness, pin #Fitness, #Gym, #Health.

Step 4: Engage Before You Post

Before posting your own content, engage with others:

  • Reply thoughtfully to posts in your pinned hashtags
  • Repost content that resonates with your audience
  • Follow accounts that share your interests

Step 5: Post Consistently

Use what you've learned from trending hashtags to create content:

  • Post during peak hours (check our best times to post guide)
  • Use 2-3 relevant hashtags per post
  • Include images when possible (posts with images get more engagement)

Step 6: Join Starter Packs

Use Skyscraper's Discovery features to find and join starter packs in your niche. When you join a starter pack, you become visible to others who use that pack.

Step 7: Track Your Growth

Monitor your follower count and engagement in your profile. See what content performs best and create more of it.

Advanced Growth Strategies

Use Multi-Account Strategically

Consider having multiple accounts for different purposes:

  • Main account – Your personal brand
  • Niche account – Focused content on one topic
  • Professional account – Business or work-related

Skyscraper makes switching between accounts seamless, so you can maintain multiple presences without friction.

Leverage Direct Messages

Skyscraper supports Bluesky's direct messaging:

  • Connect with other creators for collaborations
  • Respond to followers who reach out
  • Build genuine relationships beyond public posts

Track Keyword Mentions

For serious growth, use Skyscraper Tools to set up keyword alerts. Get notified when people discuss topics in your niche, even without hashtags. Learn more about keyword tracking in our Bluesky Jetstream and post search guide.

Bluesky vs Other Platforms for Influencers

Why is Bluesky attractive for aspiring influencers? If you're new to the platform, start with our guide on what Bluesky is and how it compares to Twitter, Threads, and Mastodon.

  • No algorithmic suppression – Your posts reach your followers
  • Chronological feeds – Timing matters, not just engagement
  • Growing platform – Less competition than established networks
  • Open ecosystem – Tools like Skyscraper can help you grow
  • Authentic engagement – Real conversations, not bots

Start Growing Today

Ready to become a Bluesky influencer?

The best time to grow on Bluesky was yesterday. The second best time is now.

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