How To Private Twitter Account in South Africa

Introduction

Twitter is a popular social media platform used by millions of people around the world. However, some users prefer to keep their tweets private, visible only to approved followers. If you are in South Africa and looking to make your Twitter account private, here is a step-by-step guide to help you do so.

Steps to Private Twitter Account

1. Log in to Your Twitter Account

Go to Twitter’s official website and log in to your account using your username and password.

2. Go to Settings

Click on your profile picture in the top right corner of the screen and select “Settings and privacy” from the dropdown menu.

3. Privacy and Safety Settings

Under the “Settings and privacy” section, click on “Privacy and safety” in the sidebar.

4. Protect Your Tweets

Scroll down to the “Tweet privacy” section and check the box next to “Protect your Tweets.” This will make your tweets private and visible only to approved followers.

5. Save Changes

Don’t forget to click on the “Save changes” button at the bottom of the page to apply the new privacy settings to your Twitter account.

FAQ

• Can I make my Twitter account private on mobile?
  Yes, you can access your account settings on the Twitter mobile app and make your account private.
• How many followers can I approve on my private account?
  You can approve up to 5,000 followers on a private Twitter account.
• Can people still see my tweets in search results if my account is private?
  No, your tweets will not be visible in search results if your account is private.
• Can I change my account from private to public later?
  Yes, you can change your privacy settings at any time in your account settings.
• How do I know if someone has requested to follow me on my private account?
  You will receive a notification when someone requests to follow you on your private account.
• Can I block someone from following me on my private account?
  Yes, you can block users from following you even if your account is set to private.
• Do I need to approve every follower on my private account?
  Yes, you will need to approve each follower request individually.
• Will my followers know if I have made my account private?
  Yes, your followers will be notified when you change your account to private.
• Can I still retweet and like tweets on a private account?
  Yes, you can still engage with tweets from your approved followers while keeping your account private.
• How do I know if my tweets are protected on a private account?
  Your tweets will have a lock icon next to them indicating that they are protected.