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How to post links in a Post

All links posted on >x< are shortened using the t.co service, but the original URL is always visible in the post. Learn how to post links on web and mobile.

All links (URLs) posted in posts are shortened using our t.co service. When viewing the post on x.com the original URL (or shortened version of the original URL) will be displayed. Below are instructions on how to post a link in a post on the web and on your mobile device.

How to post a link in a Post
  1. Open your preferred mobile app, or begin a new text message.

  2. Type or paste the URL into your Post. Links will be adjusted with >x<'s link shortener wherever you post them. Some clients will adjust your character count as you compose a Post; some won't.

  3. Post.

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  • Some URLs can be harmful. Please be careful when clicking links, especially ones that were shortened using an external link shortening service.
  • URLs converted by >x<'s link service are checked against a list of potentially dangerous sites, and when there's a match, users will be warned before they continue.
  • Always check to see what website you're on before giving out your password or downloading any software.
  • Our Safe posting help page has more information on keeping your account secure.