In an exciting development for digital identity management, Gravatar is now offering free domains, which users can utilize as their handles on the emerging social platform, BlueSky. This initiative, aimed at boosting user engagement and simplification of digital presence, marks a significant collaboration between Gravatar and BlueSky.
Gravatar, a service widely used for providing globally unique avatars, is leveraging its vast user base to encourage participation in BlueSky by making digital identity management seamless and more integrated. Users who wish to establish or expand their online persona can now do so more distinctly and memorably.
The offer includes a straightforward process for users to claim their free domain, linking it directly with their BlueSky profiles, which is expected to significantly enhance user interaction and network growth. This approach not only benefits users by enriching their online identity but also fosters a broader adoption of BlueSky as it rolls out to the public.
Free for the first year, renews at the following rates:
- .link $9.00/year
- .life $31.00/year
- .live $28.00/year
- .social $32.00/year
- .bio $62.00/year
- .fyi $18.00/year
- .pro $21.00/year
- .guru $35.00/year
- .world $35.00/year
- .ninja $19.00/year
Gravatar lists steps for completing the process:
1. Get Your Free Gravatar Domain
2. Verify Your Bluesky
3. Change Your Bluesky Handle
4. Reconnect Bluesky in Gravatar
Industry watchers predict this collaborative effort could set a new trend in how digital services support user engagement across different platforms, providing insights into potential strategic partnerships in the tech world.
