Bluesky applies to ICANN for .bsky domain suffix
Bluesky says the approval process for a .bsky top-level domain will take 18 to 24 months, and that it has no plans to sell the domains.
Bluesky has applied to ICANN to make .bsky an internet domain suffix, the company announced on October 7, 2026, the same day the domain regulator publishes applications for new top-level domains.
ICANN's publication of the applications includes Bluesky's request, according to TechCrunch. If approved, the suffix would let users take handles ending in .bsky rather than the current format.
Bluesky said the approval process will take 18 to 24 months. The company also said it has no plans to sell or monetize the .bsky domains.
Bluesky CEO Toni Schneider had previously teased long-term plans, sharing the .bsky application in October 2025. The company's current leadership also includes Rose Wang.
Quick answers
What is .bsky?
It is the internet domain suffix Bluesky has applied to ICANN to operate, which would allow user handles ending in .bsky.
How long will the .bsky approval take?
Bluesky said the approval process will take 18 to 24 months.
Will Bluesky sell .bsky domains?
Bluesky said it has no plans to sell or monetize the .bsky domains.