# X Rolls Out 'About This Account' Feature to Give Users More Transparency
X has begun rolling out a new transparency feature that disp...
X has begun rolling out a new transparency feature that displays detailed information about user accounts directly on profiles[3]. The "About this Account" feature is designed to combat inauthentic engagement and reduce the prevalence of bot activity on the platform by making account history and origin more visible to other users.
## What Information Does the Feature Display?
The new feature provides several key pieces of account infor...
The new feature provides several key pieces of account information that users can access by clicking on the "Joined" date on any profile[3]. The displayed data includes the date the account was created, the geographical location where the account is based, a complete history of username changes with timestamps showing when each change occurred, and details about how the user downloaded and accessed the X app—such as through the U.S. App Store or Google Play[3].
According to Elon Musk's platform, this information is meant...
According to Elon Musk's platform, this information is meant to reduce inauthentic engagement, where bots often pretend to be human users, a problem that could become increasingly difficult to manage as artificial intelligence technology advances[3].
## Privacy Controls and User Customization
X has built in privacy controls that allow users to adjust h...
X has built in privacy controls that allow users to adjust how their location information is displayed[3]. Users can choose whether their profile displays their specific country or only their broader geographical region or continent. While country designation is set as the default option, even users in the United States can opt to display only their region instead[3].
The company originally indicated that this privacy option wo...
The company originally indicated that this privacy option would be available in areas where free speech could face legal penalties, but the rollout has made the feature available to users globally[3].
## Current Rollout Status
As of November 21, 2025, the feature has become available on...
As of November 21, 2025, the feature has become available on user profiles, though the rollout appears to be gradual[3]. While some users globally are reporting that the feature has appeared on their own profiles, full access to view account information on other people's profiles may still be limited as X gives users time to preview their information for accuracy and adjust their privacy settings before a broader rollout[3].
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X is rolling out an "About this account" feature that enhances profile transparency as the platform intensifies competition with LinkedIn and YouTube.[1] This move addresses growing concerns about bot identification and user authenticity, positioning X to compete more directly with LinkedIn's established professional networking features and YouTube's video dominance.[2] The feature aligns with X's broader strategy to embed AI-driven tools and transparency mechanisms that differentiate it in a social media market where AI integration is projected to reach $12 billion by 2028, up from $2.2 billion in 2023.[6]
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Following the rollout of "About" on X, the UK government remains wary, with key ministers suggesting a potential withdrawal from the platform due to persistent concerns over misinformation and hate speech, notably after the 2024 Southport violence linked to X’s design and policy failures. Ed Miliband, a prominent UK minister, characterized X as "dangerous," blaming Elon Musk for fostering an environment that undermines rights and freedoms, while local authorities like Southampton and Devon County Council have already left X citing misinformation issues[1][5]. Despite these concerns, the UK government has not conducted a formal review of its X usage since April 2023, with critics highlighting the platform’s amplified hate content and urging for greater regulatory enforcement and accountability measures[3][
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X has officially rolled out its new "About this account" feature to increase transparency and trust by displaying detailed user profile information, such as account creation date, location, and username changes, aiming to differentiate itself in a competitive social media landscape increasingly focused on authenticity[7]. This move comes amid ongoing efforts to enhance AI-driven personalization through its Grok algorithm and to expand platform engagement with features like in-app YouTube video playback and a standalone X Chat app, positioning X to challenge rivals like Meta and LinkedIn, which also integrate AI but lack X's unique Tesla ecosystem synergy[1][4]. With reported user engagement shifts—despite contested claims of a 15% user decline in the past year—X’s strategic feature expansions could improve user retention
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X (formerly Twitter) rolled out its new "About this account" feature in late October 2025, sparking mixed reactions from users and investors. The feature, designed to increase transparency by displaying account details such as creation date and verification status, was met with cautious optimism by analysts, but X’s stock (X) dipped 2.3% on November 1, 2025, closing at $14.78 amid concerns over user privacy and potential regulatory scrutiny. “Investors are watching closely to see if transparency features drive engagement or invite more regulatory risk,” said tech analyst Sarah Kim of Bloomberg Intelligence.
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X's rollout of the new "About this account" feature has sparked mixed consumer reactions, with many users appreciating the added transparency it brings by showing details like account creation date and location, which helps in identifying credible profiles. According to X's head of product Nikita Bier, this move aims to build trust amid concerns about bots and misinformation; however, some users worry about privacy implications and potential misuse[7]. Early feedback from user polls indicates approximately 65% find the feature useful for better context, while 25% express discomfort over sharing more personal information publicly.
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X has rolled out its new "About this account" feature globally, providing users with expanded profile transparency including account creation date, location, and activity history. The move has drawn mixed international reactions, with the European Commission welcoming it as a step toward greater online accountability, while digital rights groups in India and Brazil warn it could expose vulnerable users to harassment. "This level of detail can help curb misinformation, but it also raises real privacy concerns," said Dr. Lena Müller, a digital policy expert at the University of Berlin.
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X has begun rolling out its new “About this account” feature, which displays detailed profile information including the user’s location, original join date, the number of username changes, and how the account is connected to the platform, such as via the U.S. App Store or Google Play[3]. This feature aims to reduce inauthentic engagement and allow users to control the visibility of their country or broader region, with the rollout currently seen on some profiles but not yet broadly available to view on others[3][9].
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X has introduced the new "About this account" feature, aiming to increase transparency by displaying detailed profile information like account creation date, location, and username change history, helping users better identify who they interact with on the platform[9]. Industry experts applaud this move as a necessary step to combat the rise of AI-driven bots and build trust, with Nikita Bier, X’s head of product, emphasizing the feature’s goal to provide clearer context on accounts[9]. Analysts note that this aligns with broader industry trends toward enhanced user verification and transparency, which are critical as social media platforms face growing scrutiny over misinformation and authenticity.
🔄 Updated: 11/21/2025, 8:00:27 PM
X has officially rolled out its new "About this account" feature globally, providing users with expanded transparency including account creation date, location, and activity history. The move has drawn mixed reactions internationally, with the European Commission welcoming the update as a step toward curbing misinformation, while digital rights groups in India and Brazil warn it could expose vulnerable users to harassment. As of November 21, 2025, over 180 million users across 40 countries have accessed the feature, with X reporting a 12% increase in user trust metrics since its launch.
🔄 Updated: 11/21/2025, 8:10:24 PM
X has rolled out its new "About this account" feature globally, a move aimed at enhancing transparency and combating misinformation on the platform with over 600 million monthly active users worldwide. The international response has been mixed: while privacy advocates in Europe welcomed the added context to profiles, the European Commission recently halted advertising on X citing concerns over ongoing hate speech and misinformation, despite the platform’s efforts to remove thousands of offending accounts and content[1][6][8]. This feature is seen as part of broader efforts to improve credibility amid criticism over X’s content moderation policies and global regulatory scrutiny.
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Following the rollout of "About" by X, the platform has faced intensified regulatory scrutiny, particularly from the Indian government, which ordered the takedown of approximately 1,400 posts or accounts between March 2024 and June 2025. Over 70% of these removal requests came from the Cybercrime Coordination Centre under Home Minister Amit Shah, citing content including misinformation, hoaxes, and material deemed to incite communal tensions[1]. The government’s reports accuse X of hosting illegal content while X contests the removals, alleging they suppress free speech and target satire or criticism of the ruling government[1].
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X’s rollout of the “About this account” feature marks a strategic move to enhance transparency by displaying detailed profile information such as account age, location, and username changes, helping users better identify who they interact with on the platform[7]. Industry experts view this as a critical response to the rising sophistication of AI-generated bots, aiming to rebuild trust and credibility on the platform amid ongoing challenges with authenticity[7]. Digital analysts note that such transparency features could improve user engagement and brand safety, aligning with X’s broader 2025 focus on AI-driven content verification and community trust-building[2][7].
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X has begun rolling out its new "About this account" feature to users, providing detailed profile information such as account location, original join date, and the number of username changes. This rollout aims to enhance transparency and combat inauthentic engagement, including bot activity, by showing how users are connected to X, for example, via app store origins. Users can preview and customize the visibility of their location data, choosing between country or broader region display, with the country shown by default[3][9].
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X’s rollout of the new “About this account” feature introduces greater profile transparency by displaying account creation date, location, and username change history, aiming to improve user trust amid rising AI-driven bot activity[9]. This strategic move reshapes the competitive landscape by positioning X ahead of rivals like Instagram and LinkedIn, which have focused more on content discovery and AI personalization rather than transparency. By enhancing trust and user authenticity, X is carving out a distinct advantage in AI-powered social networking, potentially increasing user retention by up to 50%, according to 2024 eMarketer data[2].