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Bluesky uses an app password for external clients. Do not enter the main password you use to sign in to Bluesky.

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Create an app password

  1. Sign in to Bluesky and open Settings.
  2. Open Privacy and security → App passwords.
  3. Choose Add app password and give it a recognizable name such as Overlap.
  4. Copy the generated password. It normally uses the format xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx.
Treat the app password as sensitive. It grants access to the Bluesky account until you revoke it.

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Connect Bluesky

  1. In Overlap, open Accounts and select Bluesky.
  2. Choose Connect.
  3. Enter the Bluesky handle shown on the profile, such as name.bsky.social or a custom-domain handle.
  4. Enter the newly created Bluesky app password.
  5. Submit the authorization form.
  6. Return to Overlap and confirm the account appears as Connected.
Use a dedicated app password, not your main Bluesky password. If the app password is exposed or no longer needed, revoke it from Bluesky settings and relink with a new one.