Bluesky finally adds drafts

Bluesky has introduced a drafts feature, allowing users to save posts before publishing — a long-requested addition to the growing social platform.

Until now, users had to either post immediately or risk losing their text if they closed the app. With drafts, posts can be written, saved, and edited later, making it easier to refine ideas, prepare threads, or manage content more thoughtfully. The update brings Bluesky closer to feature parity with larger social networks that already offer draft-saving tools.

The feature is designed to work directly within the post composer. Users can exit a post in progress and choose to save it as a draft instead of discarding it. Drafts can then be accessed, edited, and published when ready. This change is especially useful for creators, journalists, and frequent posters who often prepare content in advance.

Bluesky has been steadily expanding its capabilities as its user base grows. Originally launched as an invite-only network, the platform has positioned itself as a decentralised alternative to traditional social media services. By adding practical tools such as drafts, the company is addressing everyday usability concerns while continuing to expand its ecosystem.

The addition of drafts may seem small compared with broader debates on decentralisation and protocol design, but for users it represents a meaningful quality-of-life improvement. As competition intensifies among emerging social networks, consistent feature upgrades like this play a crucial role in retaining and attracting active communities.