How to Mute Keywords and Hashtags on X (Twitter)

X, formerly Twitter, lets you mute words, phrases, usernames, emojis, and hashtags so unwanted topics appear less often in your notifications and timeline. The controls are available on both mobile and desktop.

How to Mute Keywords and Hashtags in the X Mobile App

Step 1: Open the X app, tap your profile picture, and expand Settings and Support .

Step 2: Choose Settings and privacy , then open Privacy and safety .

Step 3: Select Mute and block , then open Muted words .

Step 4: Tap the add button and enter the word, phrase, username, emoji, or hashtag you want to mute.

Step 5: Choose whether the filter applies to the Home timeline, notifications, or both. You can also select who the filter applies to and how long it should remain active.

Step 6: Save the rule. X will apply the mute settings according to the options you selected.

How to Unmute a Keyword or Hashtag

Return to Muted words , select the saved rule, and choose the option to delete or unmute it. The topic can begin appearing again after the change is saved.

How to Mute Keywords and Hashtags on Desktop

Step 1: Sign in to X in a web browser and select More from the left navigation.

Step 2: Open Settings and privacy , then choose Privacy and safety .

Step 3: Select Mute and block followed by Muted words .

Step 4: Add the word or hashtag, configure where and how long it should be muted, and save the rule.

Important Notes About Muted Words

Muting does not block an account and does not remove posts from the platform. It only filters matching content according to your selected timeline, notification, source, and duration settings. Exact menu labels may change as X updates its interface.