Twitter Forces New DM Settings Onto Users
Twitter users are once more discovering that there have been modifications to their accounts, as Twitter has decided to transfer everyone to a fresh collection of preferences for Direct Messages. Currently, individuals are realizing that their default settings restrict their ability to receive DMs solely from Twitter Blue Verified users, requiring them to send message requests. While the settings can be adjusted to permit message requests from all users once more, the new default configuration could prove disadvantageous for those who depend on Twitter DMs for business queries, handling requests, and other purposes, especially if they are unaware of the altered settings.
The post underneath by JCPxDESIGNS, an artist and Twitter user, is just one of many cautionary messages shared by various individuals such as artists, reporters, and virtually anyone else who utilizes Twitter Direct Messages for their professional activities. When you access your Twitter settings either through the web interface or the mobile application, and then go to the "Privacy and safety" section followed by "Direct messages," you'll come across some fresh settings that resemble the ones displayed in the accompanying image.
Hey, listen up all you folks engaged in business activities on Twitter!
The direct message (DM) settings have been automatically adjusted to restrict messages solely from individuals who have undergone a verification process, which involves paying for a confirmation. If you heavily depend on this platform and its DM feature for acquiring commissions, bookings, and other purposes, it is imperative that you modify this setting accordingly. Kindly take note and make the necessary adjustments. pic.twitter.com/3GtRSLZL0f
By default, users are now automatically opted for the "Enable message requests exclusively from Verified users" feature. This feature implies that only individuals with the Verified badge through Twitter Blue can send you a message, even if they are not currently following you. However, you have the flexibility to change this setting back to your previous preference by selecting "Enable message requests from all users" or "Enable messages solely from those you follow."
If you attempt to send a message to an individual who has not modified their preferences and has chosen the "Only accept message requests from Verified users" feature, this is the notification that will appear on your screen.
To be fair to Twitter, a message posted by the Twitter Support account on July 13th did mention that there would be modifications to DM settings in the near future. This is mainly why people became aware and started examining their settings yesterday and today to identify any changes. However, the message from Twitter Support did not explicitly explain how exactly these new choices would appear, and it could have been easily missed by those who don't follow the account.
"Commencing on July 14th, we are introducing a fresh messaging feature aimed at minimizing the influx of unsolicited messages in DMs. Upon activating this setting, messages sent by users whom you follow will be directed to your main inbox, while messages from verified users whom you do not follow will be redirected to your message request inbox," revealed Twitter Support in prior statements. "Users who previously had their permissions configured to accept message requests from anyone will be seamlessly transitioned to this new setting, yet they retain the freedom to revert back whenever they desire."
Based on personal experiences, it seems that the new direct message (DM) settings were not immediately visible on the mobile Twitter app. However, after making modifications on the web version of Twitter, the changes were eventually reflected on the app. Therefore, it is possible that others may encounter the same issue. It is worth mentioning that some individuals have reported that their adjusted settings are not being implemented correctly. Nevertheless, it seems that this problem does not affect everyone universally.
