Beta Testers Given Access to XChat Private Messages by X
X, the social media platform that was once known as Twitter, is set to revolutionize its direct messaging system with the introduction of XChat. This revamped messaging system aims to transform private conversations into a full-fledged instant messaging experience, directly within the X platform.
XChat is being rolled out to some paid users, signalling its imminent broader launch. The system is designed to compete with popular messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, while being deeply integrated into the X ecosystem.
Key features of XChat include end-to-end encryption for all chats, support for one-on-one and group chats, the ability to make voice and video calls directly within the app, disappearing (vanishing) messages, an unsend option for sent messages, robust file sharing capabilities, improved search functionality, enhanced blocking controls, and new user experience elements such as typing indicators, inbox reactions, and expanded push notifications.
Compared to the previous DM system, which was a basic private messaging tool supporting only text, images, and simple group chats, XChat is a comprehensive messaging platform. It integrates social networking functions with advanced communication tools seamlessly, forming part of Elon Musk's broader vision to evolve X into an "everything app" that goes beyond social media to include payments, shopping, AI chatbots, and more.
Currently, XChat is available mainly to X Premium subscribers in select countries, with some features gated behind a paywall. The system is still evolving, aiming to become a digital command center combining messaging, identity, and transactional capabilities within one app.
In summary, XChat positions X to compete more directly with major messaging platforms while being deeply integrated into the X ecosystem. Key features of XChat include:
- Messaging type: One-on-one & group chats, enhanced UI
- Encryption: End-to-end encryption standard
- Calls: Voice & video calls without phone numbers
- Message control: Vanishing messages, unsend option
- File sharing: All file types supported
- Search: Full DM search capability
- Blocking controls: Block DMs from specific users
- Additional UI elements: Typing indicators, reactions, notifications
- Access: Mostly X Premium subscribers
These advancements could potentially mark a major overhaul of the messaging system on the platform. The potential launch of XChat could be a sign that Elon Musk is delivering on his vision of building a secure, Signal-like messenger into X.
Technology is at the heart of XChat, the revamped direct messaging system being introduced by X, by means of which the platform aims to compete with popular messaging apps and evolve into an "everything app." Key features of XChat include end-to-end encryption, support for various communication modes, file sharing, improved search functionality, and enhanced UI elements, setting it apart from the previous basic messaging tool.
