FAQs about Twitter (X)

Twitter, now called X, is a global social networking platform designed for short, text-based posts known as posts (formerly tweets). Users can share updates, follow accounts, join conversations, and react to content in real time. Over time, X has expanded to include long-form posts, videos, live audio, payments, and creator monetization tools.

The rebranding reflects a shift in vision—from being a microblogging platform to becoming an “everything app.” The name X represents broader ambitions, including messaging, media, creator tools, commerce, and financial services, extending beyond traditional social networking.

At its core, X still functions similarly to Twitter, but several features have evolved. These include longer post limits for subscribers, enhanced video support, paid verification, creator monetization, and algorithmic changes affecting reach and visibility.

The term “tweet” is no longer officially used. Posts are now commonly referred to as “posts” or “X posts,” although many users still use the word tweet informally.

X Premium is a paid subscription that provides additional features such as longer posts, post editing, prioritized replies, reduced ads, media uploads in higher quality, and eligibility for creator monetization programs.

Verification on X is primarily subscription-based. Users who subscribe to X Premium and meet platform requirements can receive a blue checkmark. Organizations and affiliates may have different verification tiers depending on their status.

Yes. Businesses use X for brand communication, customer support, announcements, advertising, and trend participation. X Ads allow targeting based on interests, location, and behavior, making it useful for global and local campaigns alike.

The feed is influenced by several factors, including accounts you follow, engagement history, content popularity, recency, and relevance. Replies, likes, reposts, and time spent reading posts can affect future recommendations.

Yes. Anyone can create and use an account for free. However, certain advanced features and monetization options are locked behind paid subscriptions.

A repost allows users to share someone else’s post with their followers. Quoting a post lets users add their own commentary while sharing the original post, often used for discussion or critique.

Editing posts is available to X Premium subscribers within a limited time window. Edit history remains visible to promote transparency.

Eligible creators can earn through ad revenue sharing, subscriptions from followers, tips, and paid content. Eligibility depends on follower count, engagement levels, and compliance with platform policies.

X provides tools for blocking, muting, reporting, and content filtering. However, due to its open nature, users may encounter misinformation or harmful content. Adjusting privacy and safety settings is strongly recommended.

X restricts content involving harassment, hate speech, violent threats, illegal activity, and certain types of adult or misleading content. Enforcement is guided by published platform policies, though moderation practices continue to evolve.

Some content is publicly visible, but viewing is increasingly limited without logging in. Creating an account is required for full access and interaction.

Trends reflect topics gaining high engagement within a specific time frame. They can be global or localized and are influenced by activity spikes rather than overall popularity alone.

Like most social platforms, X collects user data for functionality, security, and advertising. Users can manage data permissions, download their data, and adjust ad personalization settings.

Yes. Accounts can be temporarily restricted or permanently suspended for violating platform rules, including spam behavior, impersonation, or repeated policy breaches.

X is accessible in most countries and supports multiple languages. However, content visibility and legal compliance may vary by region due to local regulations.