Want to backup your Bluesky account or download posts from any public profile? Skyscraper Tools offers a free backup feature that lets you archive any Bluesky account as HTML and JSON files. Here's how to use it.
Why Backup Your Bluesky Account?
There are many reasons to create backups of Bluesky accounts:
- Preserve your content – Keep a copy of everything you've posted
- Archive important accounts – Save posts from journalists, politicians, or public figures
- Research and journalism – Document social media content before it's deleted
- Move to another platform – Export your content for migration
- Personal records – Save memories and milestones
- Accountability – Archive public statements for reference
How to Backup a Bluesky Account
Step 1: Go to Skyscraper Tools
Visit https://api.getskyscraper.com/tools/ and create a free account or log in.
Step 2: Navigate to Backups
In your dashboard, find the Account Backups section. This is where you can create new backups and download previous ones.
Step 3: Enter the Bluesky Handle
Type the handle of the account you want to backup. You can backup:
- Your own account
- Any public Bluesky account
- Accounts with custom domain handles
Private/blocked accounts cannot be backed up.
Step 4: Download Your Backup
Click the backup button and wait for processing. Depending on the account size, this may take a few seconds to several minutes. When complete, download your ZIP file.
What's Included in the Backup
Each Skyscraper backup includes:
HTML File
- All posts formatted for easy reading
- Profile information and avatar
- Timestamps for each post
- Embedded images and media
- Reply and quote post context
- Can be opened in any web browser
JSON File
- Raw post data in machine-readable format
- Complete ATProtocol record structure
- Useful for developers and data analysis
- Includes all metadata and facets
Backup Limits
Skyscraper Tools offers different backup limits based on your plan:
| Plan | Daily Backups | Posts Per Backup |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 2 per day | Unlimited |
| Premium | 10 per day | Unlimited |
Both tiers include 36-hour download link retention for your backup files.
Use Cases for Bluesky Backups
Personal Archiving
Regularly backup your own account to preserve your posts. If you ever need to delete your account or something goes wrong, you have a copy of everything.
Journalism and Research
Archive accounts of newsmakers, politicians, and public figures. Useful for documenting statements, tracking changes, and preserving evidence.
Content Migration
If you want to move your content elsewhere, the JSON export provides all your post data in a standard format.
Civic Accountability
Keep records of elected officials' social media activity for transparency and accountability purposes.
Brand Monitoring
Archive competitor accounts or industry influencers to track their content strategies over time.
Alternative: Backup with Skyscraper iOS App
You can also backup accounts using Skyscraper for iOS:
- Open the profile you want to backup
- Tap the menu button (three dots)
- Select "Backup Account"
- Choose your format and download
The iOS app is great for quick backups on the go.
Bluesky's Built-in Export
Bluesky also offers a native data export feature for your own account:
- Go to Settings in Bluesky
- Find "Account" section
- Look for "Export My Data"
This exports your data in ATProtocol's CAR format. Skyscraper's backup is more user-friendly with readable HTML output.
Data Privacy and Security
- Backups only work for public accounts
- We don't store your backup files – download immediately
- Backup files are generated on-demand
- Your login credentials are encrypted
- We never access your Bluesky password
Get Started with Backups
Ready to backup your Bluesky account? Visit Skyscraper Tools and create your first archive:
- Skyscraper Tools → – Free web-based backup
- Skyscraper for iOS → – Backup from your iPhone
More Bluesky Tools
Skyscraper Tools also offers:
- Keyword Alerts – Get email notifications when keywords are mentioned
- Trending Hashtags – See what's popular on Bluesky right now
- Account Monitoring – Track specific accounts for new posts