Where edits work
The map is simple.
Bsky proper equals original. Compatible community surfaces equal possible edit.
- Bsky proper: original.
- Third-party app: maybe edited.
- Forked community: maybe edited.
- Community client: depends on what it reads.
SecretSkies
Where do SecretSkies edits appear?
They appear only where the community view supports them. Bsky proper continues to show the original post. Compatible third-party ATProto apps, forked communities, and community clients may show the edited version.
?The honest answer for anyone searching for a Bluesky edit button.
Key takeaway
If your audience is only on Bsky proper, SecretSkies is not magic. If your audience lives in a compatible third-party app or forked community, SecretSkies can become your edit button.
What each surface sees
Bsky proper
Shows the original post.
Third-party apps
May show the edited version if they read the updated record.
Forked communities
Can choose to show the version their community wants to support.
Why testing matters
Compatibility is not something to assume. The point of SecretSkies is to help you test and use the edit where the community layer supports it.
FAQ
Will SecretSkies edits appear on Bsky proper?
No. Bsky proper shows the original.
Can a third-party app show the edit?
Yes, if it supports or reads the updated version.
Can a forked community decide to show edits?
Yes. That is the community-layer benefit.