X Just Capped Free Accounts at 50 Daily Posts and 200 Replies
X has implemented new posting limits for unverified users, capping free accounts at 50 original posts and 200 replies per day. This change marks a significant reduction from the previous limit of 2,400 posts, aimed at improving platform stability. Users can avoid these restrictions by subscribing to X Premium, which offers a Basic tier starting at $3 per month.
- ▪Unverified users on X can now only post 50 original messages and 200 replies daily.
- ▪The previous limit was 2,400 posts, indicating a drastic reduction in posting capabilities.
- ▪To bypass these restrictions, users must subscribe to X Premium, which starts at $3 per month.
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Alain Jocard/Afp Via Getty Images Tech & Gadgets 5 Mins ago 0 Views 0 CommentsComments Save Summary X has significantly reduced posting and reply allowances for unverified users capping free accounts at 50 original posts and 200 replies per day The new thresholds are a sharp decline from the previous 2,400-post daily limit and are reportedly designed to improve platform stability and reduce system strain Users can bypass these activity restrictions by subscribing to X Premium which offers a Basic tier starting at $3 USD per month Unverified accounts on Elon Musk‘s X face a harsh new reality. The social media giant slashed daily posting limits for free users.
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