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Last Updated on Feb 20, 2025
If you logged onto X (formerly Twitter) yesterday and tried posting your Signal link and found yourself plastered with error messages, you are not alone. Here's what's going on, why it matters and how you can act.
X is now blocking "Signal.me" links—the kind of URL that lets people easily connect with you on the secure messaging app Signal. When you try to post these links (whether in your tweet, a direct message, or your profile bio), you might see messages saying your post could be spam, or that the link is flagged as harmful. Interestingly, links from Signal's official website (like Signal.org) seem to work just fine.
Signal is loved by many because it offers end-to-end encryption, meaning your chats are kept private. Journalists, activists, and even federal whistleblowers often use Signal to share sensitive information securely. Blocking these links can feel like cutting off a trusted way to communicate safely.
There are a couple of ideas floating around:
Automated Filters: Sometimes, automated systems make mistakes. X might be using a spam filter that's mistakenly flagging Signal.me links.
Political or Competitive Reasons: Some people think the block might be a move to limit the spread of a platform that's popular with certain groups, like federal workers or activists.
While this change might be annoying, there are some workarounds:
Share Your Signal Username: Instead of posting a link, you can share your Signal username. Friends can then look you up directly in the app.
Use Alternative Links: Try using a Signal link from Signal.org or other Signal-related URLs—they're not blocked.
This isn't just about a broken link—it touches on bigger issues like privacy, online communication, and what "free speech" means on social media today. Whether it's an overzealous spam filter or something more strategic, it's a good reminder that digital platforms sometimes make decisions that affect how we communicate and share information.
Stay tuned as the story develops and remember sometimes a little workaround can keep you connected until things change.
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