If you like being private and have already protected your other social network handle, you can make your Twitter account private.
People on Twitter are savagery brilliant, and if you don’t want them following you or commenting on your Tweets, you can restrict by privatizing your account.
Private Twitter accounts are only accessible to followers that you approve. And if you already have followers, they’ll still be able to see your Twitter when you make it private.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to make your Twitter account private. You’ll be able to do this on the mobile app, mobile web, and on desktop computer.
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How To Make Twitter Account Private
When you have a private account, only the people that follow you can see what you like, tweet, or follow on Twitter.
Make Your Twitter Account Private On Android And iPhone
You’ll be able to use this step-by-step guide to protect your tweets on both Android and iPhone.
Open the Twitter app > Tap on your profile photo at the top left corner > Tap Settings and privacy > Tap Privacy and safety > Tap Audience and Tagging > Toggle on Protect your Tweets.
Step 1: Open Twitter App
Open the Twitter app on your iPhone or Android device, and tap on your profile icon at the top left corner, or swipe right from left to access the account menu.
Step 2: Tap Settings and privacy
From the account menu, tap on Settings and privacy, and from the Settings page, tap on Privacy and safety.
Step 3: Tap Audience And Tagging
Unde Your Twitter activity, tap on Audience and tagging, and then on Protect your Tweets, toggle on the option.
This will make your account private and the new account will have to get approval from you to be your followers and see your tweets.
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Make Your Twitter Account Private on Mobile Web
Open the Twitter mobile web > Tap on your profile photo at the top left corner > Tap Settings and Support > Tap Settings and privacy > Tap Privacy and safety > Tap Audience and Tagging > Tap on Protect your Tweets checkbox.
Step 1: Open Twitter App
Open the Twitter mobile web on your iPhone or Android device, and tap on your profile icon at the top left corner, or swipe right from left to access the account menu.
Step 2: Tap Settings and privacy
From the account menu, tap Settings and Support and then Settings and privacy, and from the Settings page, tap on Privacy and safety.
Step 3: Tap Audience And Tagging
Unde Your Twitter activity, tap on Audience and tagging, and then on Protect your Tweets, tap on the checkbox.
This will make your account private and the new account will have to get approval from you to be your followers and see your tweets.
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Make Your Twitter Account Private On Desktop
You’ll be able to use this step-by-step guide to protect your tweets on your Mac and Windows PC.
Open the Twitter website > Click the More option in the left menu > Click Settings and privacy > Click Privacy and safety > Click Audience and Tagging > Toggle on Protect your Tweets.
Step 1: Go To The Twitter Website.
Open the Twitter website and click the More option in the left menu tab. Then click on Settings and privacy.
Step 2: Click on Privacy And Safety
On the account Settings, click on the Privacy and safety tab, and then click Audience and tagging.
Step 3: Make the Account Private
From the Audience and tagging page, toggle on Protect your Tweets, and your account will be moved to private.
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How To Approve New Followers On Twitter
Once you’ve protect your tweets, you’ll need to approve any new account that wishes to follow you.
You must approve them first from the Followers request section on your account profile or your notification if you’re active.
If someone sends you a follower request, you’ll see a red icon on your profile page, indicating someone is requesting approval.
Step 1: Go To Your Profile
Go to your Twitter profile account and you’ll see the Followers request option at the top of the page.
Step 2: Tap Followers Request
Click on the new follower request button to review the profiles of your prospective followers.
You’ll be able to see the followers request the user’s username, profile photo, and e.
Step 3: Approve Or Decline
Tap on the “Approve” or the “Decline” buttons to accept or disapprove of the new followers.
Once you approve a follower, they’ll be able to see all your protected tweets. Followers you decline will be removed and not be notified.
Conclusion
Private account on Twitter is becoming a norm for people that don’t want to share their views with the world.
Well, you can have a public account, and later after a tweet, you may be savaged by people.
If you want to make your tweets protected to keep your peace from violating commenters and trolls.
You can privatize your account from the Android or iPhone app, on the mobile web, and even on a desktop computer.
But the private account thing comes with a price that you’ll get with a public account when commenting.
If you reply to an account that’s not following you on someone’s tweets, the person will not be able to see your reply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a private Twitter account look like?
A private Twitter account is the same as an account, just that you’ll now be able to do certain things with other users if they’re not following you. Your profile will only show your picture, name, and bio.
Why would someone make their Twitter private?
Because they want to keep things private within a small circle and people whom they can relate with. And most times, it’s just to give a secure space for them to post their tweets about the comments they could have.
Can you be anonymous on Twitter
Yes, you can be anonymous on Twitter by creating an account that doesn’t relate to you in any form. What you need to do is use a vague username, find or design a profile picture, and type in a bio and you’re good to become anonymous on Twitter.
How to make Twitter likes private?
You can’t.ake a Twitter-like private if you have a public account. If you want to prevent people from seeing your Twitter like, you’ll have to make private tweets.
What does the lock mean on Twitter?
When you are a lock on a user’s Twitter name, it means that the account is private. And you’ll not be able to see their tweets or replies unless you follow them.
Will followers need to follow me again when switch I from public to private tweets?
No, your followers will not need to re-follow you once you switch your Twitter from a public to a private account. They’ll automatically be allowed to see all your future tweets, and will not need a request approval from you.
How can I tell if my personal information is public?
If you want to see that your personal information is available to the public, you’ll need to use a search engine. For example; Google your “name + Twitter.” And any results that show personal information that’s public to the eyes.
What happens if you set your profile to private?
All your tweets going out will be protected from the public, and people will that wish to follow you will have to request. And for them to be a follower, you’ll need to approve them. Also, only your profile picture, username, name, and bio will be displayed.
