Bluesky Bot Detector
Check if an account is likely to be a bot. Our algorithm analyzes multiple factors including posting patterns, profile characteristics, and network behavior. It is still a beta, take the results with a grain of salt...
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Detection Factors
How the Bot Detection Works
Our bot detection algorithm analyzes multiple factors to determine if an account is likely to be a bot:
- Database Check: We first check if the account appears in our known bots database.
- Profile Analysis: We evaluate profile completeness, bio content, and avatar usage.
- Posting Patterns: We analyze posting frequency, timing patterns, and content variety.
- Engagement Metrics: We assess the account's follower/following ratio and engagement rates.
- Content Analysis: We check for link spamming, duplicated content, and suspicious domains.
The bot score is calculated using a weighted combination of these factors. Higher scores indicate a greater likelihood of automated behavior.
Note: This tool provides an estimate based on available data. No detection system is perfect, and some accounts may be misclassified.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check if a Bluesky account is a bot?
Enter the account's handle (e.g. name.bsky.social) in the checker above. BSkyCheck analyzes the account's public activity through the AT Protocol and returns a bot-likelihood score in seconds. It's free and requires no login.
What signals suggest a Bluesky account is a bot?
Typical signals include highly regular posting intervals, an account created during a known bot registration wave, an incomplete profile (no bio or avatar), an unusual follower/following ratio, repeated or duplicated content, and link spamming to suspicious domains.
How accurate is the bot detection?
The score is an estimate based on observable behavior patterns, not proof. Most clearly automated accounts score high, but some legitimate accounts (news feeds, bridges) can look bot-like, and sophisticated bots can look human. Use the score as one signal among others.
Can I check any Bluesky account for free?
Yes. The checker works on any public Bluesky account and only uses publicly available AT Protocol data. There is no login, no rate limit for normal use, and no cost.