Bluesky Adds iPad Beta Support and Profile Links for Creators

What does Bluesky version 1.136 add?

Bluesky version 1.136 adds beta support for iPad and a Profile Links feature for creators. Bluesky announced both additions on October 22, 2026, describing iPad support as one of the social network’s most-requested features and introducing links that appear directly beneath a user’s profile bio. Bluesky’s announcement confirms that users can add selected URLs, provide custom titles, and change the order in which those links appear.

Bluesky Profile Links are intended to make a profile more useful as a destination rather than only a place to identify an account. A creator can place a personal site, newsletter, crowdfunding page, or another external account where followers can find it without searching through old posts. The feature does not replace posts or direct messages, but it gives profiles a more consistent place for information that users want to keep visible.

The iPad update addresses a separate usability issue. Until this beta, people using Bluesky on an iPad did not have an iPad-optimized app layout described in the available release notes. The practical result is that iPad owners can now test a version designed for a larger display, while creators can update the links that appear on their public profiles.

How does Bluesky iPad support work in the beta?

Bluesky iPad support is available as a beta in version 1.136, which means the feature is available for testing but may still change as Bluesky collects feedback. Bluesky’s official account identified the iPad release as a beta on October 22, while the App Store version history describes the release as adding an iPad-optimized layout for larger screens. Apple’s Bluesky App Store listing records the larger-screen layout in its version-history entry.

The iPad layout matters because a tablet screen can display social feeds, profiles, replies, and navigation differently from a phone screen. An iPad-optimized interface can make better use of the available display space, although Bluesky has not published a detailed list of every layout change in the research supplied for this update. Users should treat the beta designation as an indication that visual behavior and feature details may be adjusted in later releases.

Bluesky directs beta testers to report problems through Settings > Beta Features. The most sensible approach is to report reproducible problems with clear details, such as the screen where the issue appeared and the action that triggered it. A specific report gives Bluesky more useful information than a general complaint that the iPad experience feels different from the phone app.

How do you add Profile Links on Bluesky?

To add Profile Links on Bluesky, open your profile and select Profile > Edit Profile > Links. Bluesky says users can add selected URLs, write a custom title for each link, and drag links to change their order. The feature gives account owners control over which destinations appear beneath the profile bio rather than forcing every visitor to locate a link through a post.

1. Open the Bluesky profile you want to edit.
2. Select Edit Profile.
3. Open the Links section.
4. Add the URL you want followers to visit.
5. Write a custom title that clearly identifies the destination.
6. Drag the link into the order you want it to appear.
7. Save the profile changes and review the public profile.

Profile Link titles matter because followers should understand where a link goes before opening it. A clear label such as “Newsletter,” “Portfolio,” or “Community page” is more useful than a vague label that does not describe the destination. Creators who already use visual tools for promotional posts may want to keep profile text consistent with the language used in a creator image workflow, but the profile link itself should remain short and easy to verify.

Bluesky has not provided a published limit for how many links an account can add in the research for this article. The safe practical choice is to add only destinations that are current, owned or controlled by the account holder, and relevant to followers. A profile with a small number of clearly labeled links is easier to understand than a profile that sends visitors to unrelated pages.

Which Profile Links receive special creator buttons?

Bluesky Profile Links give Patreon and Ko-fi URLs special treatment by displaying them as prominent green buttons. Bluesky says those buttons send followers to a creator’s existing payment page, which means users do not need to create a separate Bluesky payment system to use the feature. The update is designed to surface an established funding destination directly on the profile.

The Patreon and Ko-fi treatment matters most for artists, writers, streamers, and other people whose followers already support them through external memberships or tips. A visible profile button can reduce the number of steps between discovering an account and finding its payment page. At the same time, creators should check that the destination page is current before promoting it, because the button leads followers away from Bluesky.

Other Profile Links can point to websites, newsletters, crowdfunding platforms, and external accounts. The available reporting describes the feature as a way to direct followers to those destinations, while Bluesky’s announcement confirms that users control link titles and placement. Engadget’s report published by Yahoo also describes the feature as a way to send followers to newsletters, crowdfunding platforms, websites, and other accounts.

Creators who share video, community, or subscription content should still make the purpose of each destination clear. A Profile Link can complement a community space with larger Discord uploads, for example, but followers should not have to guess whether a button opens a paid membership, a newsletter sign-up, or a general website.

How can users preview Bluesky Profile Links safely?

Bluesky Profile Links can be previewed on mobile by tapping and holding the link before opening it. Bluesky says that action shows the full URL, giving users a chance to inspect the destination address before the browser loads the page. The preview is useful because a short custom title may not reveal the exact domain that will open.

The full URL preview is a practical safety check, not a guarantee that a destination is trustworthy. A familiar-looking title can still lead to an unexpected domain, and a legitimate-looking domain can contain misleading content. The safe action is to confirm that the displayed domain matches the creator, service, or organization you expected to visit before opening a payment page, sign-up form, or account login screen.

Users should stop before entering passwords, payment information, or recovery codes if the destination domain looks unfamiliar or differs from the stated service. Open the official website directly in a browser instead if there is uncertainty about a Patreon, Ko-fi, newsletter, or creator page. That extra step is especially important for links that request money or account credentials.

Profile Link previews also help users distinguish between a creator’s primary site and other social accounts. People who manage several social profiles can use the feature to direct visitors toward a specific destination, including services where platforms are testing more direct feed controls. The important point is that visitors retain the ability to inspect the URL before leaving Bluesky.

Who benefits most from the Bluesky update?

Bluesky version 1.136 benefits iPad users and creators for different reasons. iPad owners receive a beta layout optimized for a larger screen, while creators receive a permanent profile area for selected external URLs. The combined update is useful for people who publish work on Bluesky but need followers to find a site, newsletter, membership page, or another account without relying on a single post.

Independent writers, artists, podcasters, video creators, and community organizers are likely to get the most immediate value from Profile Links. A creator can organize a public profile around a few stable destinations and put the most important one first. Patreon and Ko-fi users have an additional benefit because their existing payment pages appear as green buttons rather than standard text links.

Casual Bluesky users can benefit from the update as well, particularly if they use an iPad as their main device for browsing social apps. The main limitation is that iPad support remains a beta, so users should expect Bluesky to collect feedback and potentially refine the experience. The practical response is to update the app, test the layout on the screens you use most, and report a problem through the provided beta feedback path if one appears.

Profile Links also fit into a broader pattern of platforms making profiles more useful as navigation hubs. Users who follow accounts across several apps may already encounter services that add account-free calling options or other access features. Bluesky’s approach is narrower: it gives users a controlled area below the bio for destinations they choose to highlight.

What should creators do after updating Bluesky?

Creators should update Bluesky, review their public profile, and add only the links that serve a clear purpose. Start with the destination that best represents the account, such as an official website, newsletter, portfolio, Patreon page, or Ko-fi page. Then use a custom title that tells followers exactly what they will find after opening the link.

Creators should also arrange Profile Links in the order that reflects their priorities. Bluesky allows users to drag links into a preferred sequence, so the first position should usually be the most important or most broadly useful destination. A payment page can be appropriate at the top for a creator who relies on memberships, while a newsletter or portfolio may be more appropriate for an account focused on publishing or professional work.

iPad users should check the Bluesky screens they use regularly after installing version 1.136. Review the feed, profile, posting, reply, and navigation views on the larger display, then use Settings > Beta Features to report a problem if the beta does not work as expected. The update provides a new layout and profile tools, but feedback is the part that helps Bluesky identify where the beta experience still needs adjustment.

FAQ

Does Bluesky have an iPad app now?

Yes, Bluesky version 1.136 adds iPad support in beta. The App Store version history describes the release as including an iPad-optimized layout for larger screens.

How do you add links to a Bluesky profile?

Bluesky Profile Links are added through Profile > Edit Profile > Links. Users can create a custom title for each link and drag links to change their order.

Do Patreon and Ko-fi links look different on Bluesky?

Yes, Patreon and Ko-fi links automatically display as prominent green buttons on Bluesky profiles. The buttons send followers to the creator’s existing payment page.

Can you check a Bluesky Profile Link before opening it?

Yes, mobile users can tap and hold a Bluesky Profile Link to preview its full URL before opening it. Check that the displayed domain matches the creator or service you expected to visit.

Where do iPad beta testers report Bluesky problems?

Bluesky iPad beta testers can report problems through Settings > Beta Features. Include the affected screen and the action that caused the problem when submitting feedback.