Archive · 23 Nov 2025
X's 'About This Account' Feature Launches Amid Accuracy Complaints
X, a social media platform, has started showing more information about user profiles to help people tell if an account is real or fake.
Some users found mistakes in the location and creation date shown, so the feature was taken down for a bit.
It's back now, and the company is working to fix the issues.
X introduces 'About this account' feature to verify profile authenticity
Feature displays account creation date, location, username change history, and connection method
Users report inaccuracies in location and join date, leading to temporary removal of feature
- Who
- X (formerly Twitter), users of the platform
- What
- Introduced and then temporarily removed 'About this account' feature
- When
- November 2025
- Where
- On X profiles
- Why
- To help users verify account authenticity and combat misinformation
X's Stance
Users' Concerns
Transparency
X's Stance
X believes the feature promotes transparency and helps users identify genuine accounts
Users' Concerns
Users appreciate the effort but are concerned about the accuracy of the displayed information
Accuracy
X's Stance
X acknowledges the reported inaccuracies and is working to fix them
Users' Concerns
Users demand accurate information to trust the feature and make informed decisions
- Feature Name
- About this account
- Displayed Information
- Account creation date, location, username change history, connection method
- Reported Issues
- Inaccuracies in location and join date
- Temporary Removal
- Yes, due to accuracy complaints