Archive · 5 Sep 2025
X Rolls Out Encrypted Messaging, Adds Perspective Highlighting
X, previously known as Twitter, is making it easier for everyone to send private messages.
They've added a new feature called XChat that encrypts your messages, making them more secure.
Before this, it was only available for paying users, but now anyone can use it.
You have to choose to turn it on and set up a security code first.
X is also trying out new ways to show you posts.
They are highlighting posts that get 'likes' from people who may not always agree with each other.
This will help the platform see which ideas resonate with different people and viewpoints, making the conversations more balanced.
X is rolling out its encrypted XChat direct messaging service to all users.
XChat offers end-to-end encryption, separate from regular inbox.
Users must opt-in and create a security code to use XChat.
X is experimenting with highlighting posts liked by people with different viewpoints.
The goal is to make X a space for secure, and balanced conversations.
- Who
- X (formerly Twitter)
- What
- Launched encrypted XChat for all users and is experimenting with new post display methods.
- When
- Starting now.
- Where
- Worldwide, on the X platform.
- Why
- To provide secure private messaging and diversify user experiences.
- Feature
- End-to-end encrypted XChat direct messaging
- Availability
- All X users worldwide (opt-in)
- Access
- Desktop: Chat tab. Mobile: Main navigation panel
- Security
- Requires a four-digit security code
- Additional feature
- Experimenting with new ways to display posts
- Testing initiative
- Highlighting posts attracting diverse 'likes' to Community Notes contributors