Gonna dissent here: Blocklists are a hazard here on Bluesky. People create them, give them names you'd think you agree with, then add people to sucker you into blocking them. Don't use blocklists. Curate your blocks, and enjoy them properly :)
Another great feature, sharable block list. Just check them before you subscribe bsky.app/profile/did:...
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Block lists seemed to be including reasonable people that also happen to be maga. Yes. They exist.
Using a blocklist is a way for normal people to not deal with something they don't want to deal with, which is absolutely fine. I like the engagement though. I enjoy arguing with these people and showing how wrong they are.
I spot check the accounts on a list to ensure the list-maker is trustworthy & accurate.
I talk about how trumpuskutin stole the election ALL DAY.
Of course you're right on this matter
(did I just say he was right about something??🤦🏼♀️)
At no point have I ever denied Covid or even posted about it.
I still mask. I'm vaxed + boosted
My father literally died from Covid complications.
Some of these lists are made off baseless wrong assumptions about people.
(also super offensive)
It really doesn’t take very long to block enough bots and maga to collapse their attack vector
Also, why should I outsource my blocks to a list? Using the nuclear option is one of the most satisfying features on this app. Why take that away from myself?
I prefer my blocks to be personal and meaningful. “Artisanal,” if you prefer.
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Home
> Top Left Nav Drawer
> Settings
> Moderation
Don't be lazy. If you're gonna "borrow" a block-list, go thru it name by name and double-check validity of each block.
It's not a big list and so far, after checking out over a dozen account on it, I blocked them
It's one thing to point out "Hey, block lists have this limit so you need to be aware" and an ENTIRELY different thing to say "Don't use them!"
I signed up for some very early ones, but I look at them once in a while, too.
Go to Settings > Moderation > Moderation Lists ... then click on the list you want to remove yourself from, and then click "unblock".
This will unblock everyone on the list, but also unsubscribe you from the list.
We got into the mess we're in because too many Americans are willing to FOLLOW whereever the biggest mass appear to be going.
Being an independent thinker takes time and effort. But its the only way to go.
Also, I just discovered you can turn off DMs all together...
In the DM section. Click the slid gear icon in the upper right corner...
Cosse the DM configuration you want.
Personal relationships isn't a team sport.
And anyone telling me what to do explodes my head.
https://bsky.app/profile/sweetbee.vip/post/3lc3je6iudc2r
Apparently if you were following them, and don't unfollow them before you block them, you'll still be listed as a follower.
I didn't come over here for directions. I can make up my own mind like a big boy.
Happy thanks for giving.
I've seen too many flawed/loosely vetted lists to use most here.
https://bsky.app/profile/axedame.bsky.social/post/3lbcr3yjakk2q
I’m not going to block anyone unless they harass me directly.
I’ll let y’all know how it goes.
You really have to be some kind of idiot or an absolute screwball for me to block you.
I prefer opinionated discourse.
Yeah some blocklists are bait but most aren’t.
God, I love being a centrist.
I always look before blocking (unless the account is blatantly offensive) because dry humor or sarcasm in one post may not accurately reflect the tone of the overall account.
Click on list and select unblock or unmute.
> Nav Drawer (Top Left Icon)
> Settings
> Moderation
> Blocks
That's the only way I know, it frustrating
Anyone putting out lists like this will absolutely be called out, ive already seen it happen.
Do not surrender in advance…
I miss Hitch!
Honestly the “worst”’posts I see are from people QT’ing them.
A chained block list runs the risk of hitherto purging the innocent who didn't deserve getting blocked. Like getting hit with an IED...
My understanding is that a malign actor could create a blocklist, get a bunch of subscribers, then delete the list, leaving the subscribers unable to later follow the list members.
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