X Tweaks Algorithm for Friendlier Replies

The social media platform X is introducing a minor adjustment to its algorithm designed to increase the prominence of posts and replies from mutual connections. This change is intended to transform the replies section from a potentially confrontational space into a more welcoming environment, according to X's head of product. The update also seeks to facilitate the discovery of common interests among users, a feature reportedly in demand.

Previously, X had a 'Communities' feature that allowed users to engage with others sharing similar interests. However, this function was discontinued in April 2026. The feature was cited as being used by less than 0.4 percent of users while contributing to a significant portion of spam, scams, and malware reports, ultimately impacting the overall development of the platform.