How to mass delete Bluesky posts

Cleaning up your Bluesky history is essential for maintaining privacy and presenting your best self online. Here’s a detailed guide to help you delete all your posts efficiently.

Step 1: Download Redact.dev (Free)

Visit Redact.dev to get started.
Download and install the app on your computer (available for both Windows and macOS).
Open the app and create a free account.

An arrow pointing at the Download button in the top right of the Redact.dev nav bar

Step 2: Log In to Your Bluesky Account

Open Redact.dev and select the Bluesky option from the list of supported platforms. (It is the very first one!)
Follow the instructions to securely link your Bluesky account.
Authorize Redact.dev to access your account.

Redact's Choose a service screen, with an arrow pointing at Bluesky as the first card in the list

Step 3: Set Your Deletion Criteria

Once logged in, you’ll have filtering options to delete posts, such as:

Date range (e.g., posts older than a specific date).
Keywords (e.g., specific topics or phrases).

For a full wipe, leave the filters blank.

Redact's Bluesky form on the Delete Posts tab, Date Range spanning All time to Now and Posts ticked under Things to delete

Step 4: Preview and Confirm Deletions

Select Preview Mode and click Start Previewing to check your posts before deletion, so you don’t remove anything you want to keep.
Once satisfied, switch to Deletion Mode and click Start Deleting.

Preview Mode picked over Deletion Mode, with a Start Previewing button underneath

Step 5: Let Redact.dev Handle the Cleanup

Redact.dev will delete all your Bluesky posts matching your criteria.
Keep the app running until the process completes to ensure all posts are removed.

Take control of your Bluesky presence today. Download Redact.dev and clean up your online history effortlessly!

Mass Delete Bluesky Posts FAQ

Can I delete all Bluesky posts in one step inside the Bluesky app?

Bluesky lets you delete posts one by one. There is no single remove all switch for your full history in one click. Large archives need organized batches or a helper tool.

What counts as a post for deletion on Bluesky?

Original posts you publish on your profile. Replies and reposts are separate actions with their own controls. Media attached to a post is removed with that post on Bluesky.

What is the difference between deleting and hiding a post on Bluesky?

Deleting removes the post from your profile and common views. Hiding is a feed or list setting for you and does not remove the post from Bluesky for others.

How does Redact help automate deleting Bluesky posts at scale?

Open Redact and choose Bluesky. Select Posts as the target, set filters for dates, keywords, media, mentions, or link domains, run a Preview, then execute deletion in batches or on a schedule.

Which Redact filters help remove risky posts and keep positive ones?

Filter by date ranges, keywords, hashtags, mentioned users, media type, and link domains. Add whitelists for accounts and phrases you want to keep.

Can Redact schedule recurring cleanups so new posts do not pile up later?

Yes. Enable Disappearing Mode and choose daily, weekly, or monthly. Redact repeats your saved filters and removes new matches automatically.

Do deletions also remove images and links in my Bluesky posts?

Yes. Deleting a post removes its text and attached media from Bluesky views. External copies and screenshots outside Bluesky can remain.

Will deleting posts change my followers, lists, or custom feeds on Bluesky?

No. Removing posts does not change followers, lists, or feed subscriptions. Those are separate from your posting history.

Does Redact store my Bluesky credentials or post data on Redact servers?

No. Redact runs on your device and uses the minimum access required to execute actions. You can disconnect Bluesky from Redact at any time.

How does Redact handle Bluesky rate limits or very large post histories safely?

Redact batches actions and spaces requests to respect limits. For years of posts, run by month or keyword and schedule several passes for stability and full coverage.

Can I target only posts from certain years or that contain media or links?

Yes. Use year slices, custom date ranges, and media or domain filters. Combine with keywords and mentions for precision.

Should I export my Bluesky data before deleting a large number of posts?

If you want a private record, request an archive or save key threads before cleanup. Store it offline or in encrypted storage.

Can Redact run a one time sweep before a background check or public launch?

Yes. Create a profile in Redact for pre screening, scan all time with strict filters, approve a Review & Delete batch, then save a schedule so new items are handled going forward.

What is a safe workflow to avoid mistakes during mass deletions on Bluesky?

Start with a small Preview, approve a short Review & Delete batch, confirm results, then expand date ranges. Keep a whitelist for accounts and terms you plan to keep.

Is Redact easy to try for Bluesky, and how do I sign in securely to start?

You can download Redact for free and start with recent activity. Redact uses passwordless sign in with secure email codes. You can disconnect at any time and upgrade later for all time cleanups and schedules.