Definition
Verified accounts on Twitter/X are marked with a blue checkmark. Originally, verification was granted to confirm the authenticity of accounts of public interest, including celebrities, journalists, brands, and government officials. After Elon Musk's acquisition, the verification system changed significantly, with blue checkmarks becoming available to anyone subscribed to Twitter Blue/X Premium. This change caused controversy about the meaning and value of verification on the platform.
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Subscriptions
A feature allowing creators to offer premium content to paying subscribers.
Tweet
A post shared on Twitter/X, limited to 280 characters.
Twitter Circle
A feature allowing users to share Tweets with a smaller group of people.
Mute & Block
Features to control who can interact with you on Twitter/X.