Bluesky Is Bringing Another X-Inspired Feature, Trending Topics Arrive

Bluesky has also added customisation options for this feature, allowing users to disable it if they prefer not to see trending topics.

The introduction of trending topics marks a significant step for Bluesky as it continues to enhance user engagement and provide tools for discovering content in real-time.

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Bluesky, the decentralized social media platform, has rolled out a new “Trending Topics” feature in beta, giving users the ability to explore popular discussions and conversations within the network. Announced on Wednesday, December 25, the feature is now accessible to users globally through both the mobile app and the desktop version of the platform. However, at this stage, the feature is only available in English.

For desktop users, the trending topics can be conveniently viewed on the right-hand sidebar of the interface, providing quick access to the most talked-about subjects. Mobile app users, on the other hand, can find the feature by tapping the search button, making it simple to stay updated with ongoing trends while on the go.

How To Disable Trending Topics In Bluesky

Bluesky has also added customisation options for this feature, allowing users to disable it if they prefer not to see trending topics. This can be done by navigating to Settings > Content and Media and then unchecking the 'Enable Trending Topics' option. Furthermore, the platform ensures user preferences are respected—any words or phrases that a user has muted will automatically be excluded from their trending topics feed.

The introduction of trending topics marks a significant step for Bluesky as it continues to enhance user engagement and provide tools for discovering content in real-time. While currently limited to the English language, future updates may bring broader language support, making the feature more inclusive for its growing international audience.

Former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey in a post said, “This is v1 and we will be iterating it with your feedback.”

Bluesky reached a significant milestone last week, surpassing 25 million total users, driven by a notable increase in sign-ups following Trump’s victory in the US presidential election. In conjunction with its 1.96 update, the app introduced a dedicated mentions tab, allowing users to easily track replies and conversations where they have been tagged.

Earlier this year, Bluesky’s competitor, Threads, also rolled out a trending topics feature, initially available to users in the US.