To report a tweet on X, open the post, tap the more icon at the top of it, select Report, choose who the report is for (Myself, Someone else or a specific group, or Everyone on X) and answer the questions. To report a whole account, do the same from the account's profile. You'll get a confirmation, though X says it can take up to 24 hours to show.
Reporting on X changed a while back. X now calls its process "symptoms-first": instead of making you pick a rule from a long list, it asks what's happening and lets you add example posts. That's good news if you're reporting harassment, because you can show the pattern rather than one post in isolation.
What you can report on X
| What you're reporting | Where to start | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| A single post (tweet) | The more icon at the top of the post, then Report | Abuse, spam, impersonation, copyright or trademark problems |
| A whole account | The more icon on their profile, then Report | Behaviour across many posts, or an account that breaks rules without posting |
| A List | The icon at the top of the List, or the Notifications tab, then Report List | Lists built to target or harass people |
| One Direct Message | Tap and hold the message, then Report message | A single abusive or spam message |
| A whole DM conversation | The info icon in the chat, then Report @username | A conversation that's abusive from start to finish |
How to report a tweet, step by step
These steps work on x.com and in the X app for iPhone and Android.
- Go to the post you want to report.
- Select the more icon at the top of the post.
- Select Report.
- Choose who the report is for: Myself, Someone else or a specific group of people, or Everyone on X.
- Describe what's happening. X may ask you to pick more posts from the same account so it has context.
- Check the summary. X confirms what you're reporting, the context you've added and the rule it may break.
- Submit. X then suggests other steps you can take, such as muting or blocking.
You can add several posts to a single report. X says this gives it better context and helps it resolve issues faster, so if someone's been at it for days, gather the worst examples into one report rather than filing ten separate ones.
How to report an account on X
- Go to the account's profile and select the more icon.
- Select Report.
- Choose who the report is for.
- Add the details X asks for. It may ask you to select posts from the account.
- Confirm and submit.
When should you report the account rather than a post? X's own answer is useful: if an account is breaking the rules without posting anything, for example mass following huge numbers of accounts, report the account as spam. A post report points at specific content. An account report points at behaviour.
How to report a DM or conversation
Tap and hold the message and choose Report message. To report the whole conversation, tap the info icon and select Report @username. If you pick It's abusive or harmful, X asks for more detail and may ask you to select more messages. You can report messages in group chats too.
One thing to know before you tap: once you report a message or conversation, X removes it from your inbox, and it can't be recovered. Take a screenshot first if you might need a record. If you just want the messages to stop, my guide on how to block someone on X covers what blocking does and doesn't hide.
What happens after you report
- You get a confirmation. X says it can take up to 24 hours before you see it.
- The post is hidden for you. X replaces the reported post with a notice saying you reported it. You can still click through if you want to see it.
- X reviews the content. If it finds a breach, the action ranges from a warning to permanent suspension.
- You may hear back. X follows up if it needs more information or when it takes action. Depending on the issue, you may not hear about the outcome at all.
- Reporting isn't an automatic ban. X says reporting a post or List doesn't automatically suspend the account.
A detail most people miss: X includes the text of the posts you reported in its follow-up emails and notifications. If you'd rather not see that content again in your inbox, untick Updates about this report can show these posts before you submit.
Can you report someone who blocked you?
Yes, with limits. X lets you report an account that has blocked you, and you can report its posts, but only the posts that mention you. If that account has protected its posts and you don't follow it, you can't report those posts. You can also report posts from accounts you've blocked yourself.
When a report goes nowhere, try contacting X support.
When to go beyond a report
If someone posts or sends a violent threat you believe is credible, or you fear for your safety or someone else's, X suggests contacting your local police. X says it can work with law enforcement directly. For post reports, you can click Email report on the "We have received your report" screen to get your own copy to hand over.
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Don't expect X to give you the other person's details, though. X says it doesn't release account information except under valid legal process, which is a route your lawyer or the police would handle. And it won't IP-block someone from making new accounts, because IP addresses are shared by lots of people and easy to change.
If a reply has vanished, spotting a block on X is the first thing to read.
My advice
Report the post, not just the person, and add every example you've got to the same report. Screenshot DMs before you report them, because they vanish from your inbox. Then protect your own feed while X reviews it: mute the words or the account so you're not refreshing to see if it's gone. Reporting is X's job to act on. Your job is to make the report impossible to ignore.
For the rest of the series, see the Twitter (X) Help: 21 Guides to Features, Verification, Video Fixes and Tools.
Frequently asked questions
Does the person know I reported their tweet on X?
X's Help Center doesn't say the reported account is told who reported it. What it does say is that the reported post is replaced with a notice for you, and that you may hear back when X takes action.
How long does X take to respond to a report?
X says you'll see a confirmation that it received your report, and that it can take up to 24 hours to appear. Depending on the issue, you may or may not hear back with an outcome.
Will reporting a tweet get the account suspended?
Not automatically. X says reporting a post or List doesn't automatically suspend the account. If X finds a breach, the action can range from a warning to permanent suspension.
Can I report several tweets in one report?
Yes. X says multiple posts can be included in the same report, which gives it better context and helps it resolve issues faster.
What happens to a DM after I report it?
X removes a reported message or conversation from your inbox, and it can't be recovered. Take a screenshot first if you want to keep a record.
