BlueSky Handle and DID System

Key Features

• Handle-Based Identity - username.bsky.social format
• DID Resolution - Automatic DID lookup
• Custom Domain Handles - Use your own domain
• Decentralized ID - did:plc: identifiers
• Authentication - DID-based secure auth
• Handle Display - Shows handle in account info
• DID Storage - Maintains DID reference
• Professional Identity - Custom domain handles
• Verification - Domain handles prove identity
• AT Protocol - Proper protocol implementation
• Portability - DID enables account portability
• Statuz Handles Complexity - Technical details transparent
• Standard Compliance - Follows AT Protocol spec

What Are DIDs?

Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs):

• Cryptographic identifiers
• Not owned by any company
• Portable between services
• Permanent even if handle changes
• Foundation of AT Protocol identity

Handles:

• Human-readable names
• Can use custom domains
• Point to DIDs
• Changeable without losing identity

Why It Matters

Traditional social: Identity tied to platform (lose @username if banned)
BlueSky/AT Protocol: DID is yours forever, portable between services

Statuz handles DID complexity automatically.

Pro Tips

• Default handle: username.bsky.social
• Custom domain: Use yourdomain.com for handle
• Professional: Custom domain = verified identity
• DID permanent: Your identity even if handle changes
• Handle changes: Can update handle, DID stays same
• Verification: Custom domain proves ownership
• Portability: Take DID to other AT Protocol services
• Statuz abstracts: Technical complexity handled
• Authentication: DID-based security
• Future-proof: AT Protocol built for longevity