Feature to Fight Fake Profiles and Increase Transparency

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X, formerly known as Twitter, has introduced a new transparency tool called “About this account.” The feature gives users access to key information about any account, helping the public identify fake profiles, impersonators, and misleading content.

What the Feature Shows

The new tool provides several important details, including:

The country where the account is being used
The date the account was created
How many times the username has been changed
Whether the X app was downloaded from Google Play or Apple’s App Store

These data points offer clearer insight into the identity and behavior of the account owner.

Why X Introduced This Feature

The “About this account” tool is designed to help solve major problems on the platform:

Fake accounts pretending to be real people
Users hiding behind anonymous identities
Accounts spreading misinformation
Online harassment and abusive behavior

X says the feature will help users judge the credibility of accounts interacting with sensitive topics like politics, public health, and global news.

How It Protects Users

If an account claims to be from a certain country but shows activity from another, X will encourage viewers to approach the content with caution. This is intended to help reduce the spread of misleading posts crafted by anonymous or deceptive profiles.

How to Access the Feature

To view the new account information:

Visit any user profile.
Click on the “Joined” section.
Details will appear, including creation date, account location, device type, and username change history.

The feature was first tested internally by X employees before being rolled out to the public.

A Step Toward Safer Online Interaction

With the release of “About this account,” X aims to create a platform where users can trust the sources of information they see. As impersonation and misinformation continue to rise globally, tools like this play an important role in increasing safety and transparency.