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X transparency tool now names governments that force post limits

X is expanding its “Under the Hood” transparency tool to tell users when local laws or government demands cause posts to be downranked or withheld, including which country made the request.

· 1 min read · 2 sources

X is broadening its "Under the Hood" transparency feature to disclose when posts have been limited because of government pressure. The expansion means users will now see notices when content is downranked or withheld due to local laws or official demands, rather than only when posts are removed for other reasons.

According to TechCrunch, the tool will also identify the specific country responsible for the request. This adds a layer of accountability by making government actions that affect content visibility more visible to the public.

The move extends X's existing transparency efforts, though the source does not mention any other changes to how the tool works or when the expansion will roll out to all users.

Sources · 2

  1. 01X now tells users when local laws have reduced their posts' visibilityEngadget
  2. 02X will now tell users when governments have forced it to limit their postsTechCrunch

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