Bluesky Moderation Report 2024: A Year of Growth and Challenges
Bluesky, the popular platform, witnessed unprecedented growth last year, leading to a significant increase in user reports and moderation efforts. In its latest moderation report for 2024, Bluesky revealed staggering statistics that showcase the platform’s rapid expansion and the challenges it faced in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for its users.
The Story So Far
As Bluesky’s user base skyrocketed to nearly 26 million in 2024, the platform’s moderators found themselves inundated with a staggering 6.48 million user reports, a stark increase from the previous year. The bulk of these reports centered around issues such as harassment, trolling, spam, and misinformation, prompting Bluesky to adopt a more aggressive approach to tackle these challenges head-on.
A Year of Challenges and Growth
To combat the influx of harmful content and impersonation accounts, Bluesky quadrupled its moderation team, which now stands at around 100 members, with ongoing hiring efforts in place. The platform also received a significant number of reports regarding illegal and urgent issues, unwanted sexual content, and a variety of other concerns, underscoring the diverse range of challenges faced by the moderation team.
Looking Ahead to 2025
In response to these challenges, Bluesky is gearing up to implement changes in how reports and appeals are handled, with a focus on enhancing user communication and streamlining the moderation process. The platform plans to invest in stronger proactive detection systems to complement user reporting and ensure the swift identification and removal of harmful content.
Conclusion
Bluesky’s journey in 2024 was marked by remarkable growth, accompanied by a host of challenges that underscored the importance of effective moderation and user safety. As the platform looks ahead to 2025, it remains committed to fostering a safe and inclusive online community for its ever-expanding user base.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How did Bluesky’s user base grow in 2024?
Bluesky’s user base grew from 2.9 million to nearly 26 million in 2024.
2. What were the main issues reported by users in 2024?
The main issues reported by users included harassment, trolling, spam, misinformation, and impersonation.
3. How did Bluesky respond to the increase in user reports?
Bluesky quadrupled its moderation team and adopted a more aggressive approach to tackling harmful content.
4. What changes does Bluesky plan to make in 2025?
Bluesky plans to enhance user communication, streamline the moderation process, and invest in stronger proactive detection systems.
5. How many accounts did Bluesky take down in 2024?
Bluesky took down 66,308 accounts in 2024, while its automated systems removed 35,842 spam and bot profiles.
6. How many requests did Bluesky comply with from law enforcement and legal entities in 2024?
Bluesky complied with 146 requests out of a total of 238 from law enforcement, governments, and legal firms in 2024.
7. What categories of reports did Bluesky receive in addition to harassment and spam?
Bluesky received reports on illegal and urgent issues, unwanted sexual content, and a variety of other concerns.
8. How many moderators does Bluesky currently have?
Bluesky’s moderation team consists of around 100 members, with ongoing hiring efforts in place.
9. What is Bluesky’s approach to handling user appeals and takedown decisions?
Bluesky plans to provide users with updates on reported content and allow users to appeal takedown decisions directly in the app.
10. What is Bluesky’s focus for 2025?
Bluesky aims to invest in stronger proactive detection systems to rapidly identify and address harmful content, ensuring a safe online environment for its users.
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