X May Implement Annual Fees For Users' Common Activities To Curb Fake Accounts
In an attempt to prevent the flooding of bots and fake accounts on microblogging platform X, the company plans to introduce a small annual fee for users' activities like post, bookmarking and replying. However, verified users will still have the privilege to follow accounts and browse X for free.
This development was highlighted after X underwent an upgrade, stating the new requirement on Monday. The platform mentioned that the aim is to reduce spamming, creating a better user experience.
Highlighting, the expected change Elon Musk said new users will also have the opportunity to use all usual features of X, which will be applicable only after three months of their activation.
Meanwhile, X is yet to clarify whether the new norms will be rolled out in selected regions or across the world.
Musk has conveyed his regret over the fact that paid features are the sole solution to tackle the issue of spam on X.
According to Musk, the influx of fraudulent accounts also depletes the pool of available usernames, resulting in the unavailability of desirable handles.
The implementation of this policy was initially a trial aimed at combating spam and enhancing user experience. It was exclusively enforced in New Zealand, where the social media platform imposed an annual fee of USD 1.
Premium subscribers will not be impacted by this new development and will have unlimited access to all posts and other premium features, but the new unverified users will receive a notification to pay a small amount to unlock the common abilities.
