In a remarkable surge, social networking startup Bluesky has gained half a million users within just 24 hours, propelling the app into the top 5 on the U.S. App Store. According to data from app intelligence firm Appfigures, Bluesky has risen from a ranking of 181 just a week ago to claim the No. 2 spot in the Social Networking category. Notably, this impressive growth is entirely organic, with Appfigures confirming that the company has not utilized App Store search Ads to drive its downloads.


This growth isn't confined to the United States. Bluesky is witnessing a notable uptick in downloads across multiple countries, with several markets reporting four-digit growth compared to the previous week. The app has achieved remarkable rankings in various international markets: it currently sits at No. 1 in Taiwan, No. 2 in Hong Kong, No. 4 in canada and South Korea, and No. 8 in Singapore. japan and thailand are also seeing significant downloads, with Bluesky entering the top 10 in both countries.


While the data on Bluesky's performance on google Play is still being finalized, preliminary indications suggest that the app is also climbing the ranks there. As of 4 AM EST, Bluesky moved from No. 100 to No. 5 in the Social Networking category on the Android app store, indicating a promising trajectory.


The rapid growth of Bluesky underscores the increasing demand for alternative social networking platforms as users seek new online communities and experiences. With its organic rise in popularity, the startup is capturing the attention of users both domestically and internationally, positioning itself as a formidable player in the social networking landscape.

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