Gravatar Introduces Free Domains and Bluesky Integration ![rw-book-cover]() 🔗 **Source:** [Gravatar Introduces Free Domains and Bluesky Integration](https://wptavern.com/gravatar-introduces-free-domains-and-bluesky-integration) > [!note]+ Document Notes > --- > tags: [gravatar, bluesky, domains, digital-identity, wp-tavern-archive, wp-tavern-2024] > author: Jyolsna > source: WP Tavern > reference: https://wptavern.com/gravatar-introduces-free-domains-and-bluesky-integration > date created: 2026-04-17 10:22 > --- > # Gravatar Introduces Free Domains and Bluesky Integration > ## 📝 Summary > - Gravatar now offers free domains with extensions like .bio, .link, .social, and .contact, with the first year free for a limited time. > - Users can integrate these custom domains with Bluesky, the decentralized social network, using domains as handles instead of traditional usernames. > - The integration allows Gravatar users to claim domains from their dashboard and connect them to Bluesky accounts without complex DNS configuration. > - Gravatar's move reinforces user ownership of digital identity while aligning with the growing decentralized social networking trend. > ## 💬 Comments (4) > The comment thread shows mixed reactions, with one commenter questioning whether the article is advertising or information, while another praises the update as a significant step toward enhanced digital identity management and decentralized social networking alignment. > --- > --- > ## 💬 Comment Thread > ### Carsten Bach — 2024-12-08T04:02 > Is this advertising or information? > I’m honestly unsure, but … > ### aneda — 2024-12-10T09:34 > Gravatar’s introduction of free domains and Bluesky integration is a significant step towards enhancing digital identity management. Free domains empower users to personalize their online presence, while Bluesky integration aligns with decentralized social networking trends. This update not only simplifies connectivity but also fosters a unified and innovative user experience, making Gravatar even more relevant in the evolving digital landscape. > ### patriciabt — 2024-12-10T14:49 > Hello! > Beware the renewal fees! Domain names are free for the first year only. > It would be great to be able to connect our domain or subdomain (hosted elsewhere, by pointing DNS). Is it an upcoming free feature? > ### Jyolsna — 2024-12-11T23:18 > Hi, This is what I got from the Automattic team: “Free transfer isn’t possible because those fees are determined by the service you are transferring the domain to. We are working on allowing users to connect the domain or subdomain to other services and full DNS access.” Gravatar, or “Globally Recognized Avatar,” now [offers its users](https://blog.gravatar.com/2024/12/03/new-free-domains-and-bluesky-integration/) more free domain options and Bluesky integration for a limited time. These domains, featuring extensions like .bio, .link, .social or .contact, can be used across the Gravatar profile, email signature, or business cards and seamlessly integrate with Bluesky, the decentralized social network that’s gaining traction.  Bluesky uses domains as handles instead of traditional @usernames giving users more control over their online identity and Gravatar users can use their custom domains as their Bluesky handles. Custom domains build trust and credibility, ensuring a unique and professional online presence. Users can claim their domain directly from their dashboard, connect it to their Bluesky account, and start using the domain as their Bluesky handle. No need to worry about complex DNS configurations or technical know-how. Gravatar is offering the first year of domain ownership completely free. But this offer is only available for a limited time. For more information, check out the [guide](https://support.gravatar.com/bluesky-custom-domain-handle/) on using Gravatar with Bluesky.  The Gravatar team shared that “This integration reinforces our belief that everyone should have full ownership of their digital identity.” The Gravatar team became active again in 2023 after a long hiatus, launching new payment features for profiles. Then they released a new [REST API](https://blog.gravatar.com/2024/06/03/profiles-as-a-service/), native integrations for [Gravatar Mobile SDK](https://blog.gravatar.com/2024/10/30/introducing-native-integrations-for-gravatar-mobile-sdk/) and [Gravatar Enhanced plugin](https://blog.gravatar.com/2024/09/11/gravatar-enhanced/) for WordPress. Category: [News](https://wptavern.com/category/news)Tags: [gravatar](https://wptavern.com/tag/gravatar), Gravatar Introduces Free Domains and Bluesky Integration, Jyolsna, 01kpdx40ym27wffpk0vkngcze6.