Autoblue

Autoblue is a free WordPress plugin designed to integrate Bluesky with WordPress sites, streamlining the process of sharing content and engaging audiences across platforms. It addresses the need for WordPress users to automatically share their posts to Bluesky, eliminating the manual step of posting links and allowing site owners to display Bluesky engagement metrics directly on their website.

The plugin enables automatic sharing of new WordPress posts to a connected Bluesky account. When a post is shared, Autoblue uses the post's featured image to enhance its appearance and allows users to add a custom message for each share. This automation aims to save time for content creators and ensure consistent cross-posting between WordPress and Bluesky. In addition to sharing content, Autoblue displays Bluesky likes and replies on the corresponding WordPress posts, offering social proof and encouraging further interaction from visitors. The plugin also maintains comprehensive logs of every sharing action, providing transparency and traceability for site administrators.

Autoblue is intended for anyone publishing content on WordPress who wishes to amplify their reach by sharing posts on Bluesky. The plugin is compatible with WordPress sites that use the block editor, as it relies on modern WordPress components not available in the classic editor. It also works with self-hosted PDS instances, expanding its range of use cases for Bluesky integration.

The core functionality of Autoblue is free, with assurances that it will remain so even as a premium version is planned for the future. The plugin is delivered as a downloadable WordPress plugin, making it accessible to WordPress site owners looking to connect their content with Bluesky and display engagement metrics on their sites.