Bluesky PDS (Personal Data Server)
$9.00 / month with a 7-day free trial and a $1.00 sign-up fee
Run your own Bluesky identity with a hosted Personal Data Server (PDS) on ElfHosted.
A managed Bluesky PDS instance on your own subdomain, so your account and data live on infrastructure you control.
What is a Bluesky PDS?
The Bluesky Personal Data Server is the account/data node behind your AT Protocol identity. Running your own PDS gives you portability and control: your account is tied to your domain and server, not locked to a single provider.
Features
- 🆔 Own your identity: domain-linked account control.
- 📦 Data portability: self-hosted server for your ATProto data.
- 🌐 Public endpoint: hosted on a stable HTTPS subdomain.
- 🛠️ Managed ops: we handle hosting/runtime updates.
Why host Bluesky PDS on ElfHosted?
- No VPS setup or reverse-proxy wrangling.
- Always-on public accessibility for federation/account operations.
- Simple managed subscription model at $9/month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the Bluesky app?
No. This is the backend PDS server that powers your identity/data in the Bluesky ecosystem.
Who is this for?
Users who want more ownership/control over their social identity stack.
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