X just rolled out a very controversial update to its block feature. This update allows others to view public posts, even when they’ve been blocked.
It’s shocking that the change arose amid the growing anger from those on the app. They argue that if someone is blocked, there is a reason behind it. Hence, allowing them access to content despite the restriction is mind-boggling to some in terms of safety.
The feature does not mean that anyone on the block list cannot follow that user, engage with their account’s content, or send direct messages.
In the past, the app’s older support page also shared how anyone blocked cannot see that user’s content. This is now getting updated to exclude this reference. Anyone blocked can also see their followers and following list which again was not possible in the past, thanks to the restrictions.
The app’s logic was also revealed when there was going outcry from some who failed to understand why this change arose in the first place. The Block feature is used for sharing and disguising anything harmful or private about an individual. X feels that this would give greater transparency but again, some feel it falls flat on its claims. The fact that users can just make accounts private and share data there is always an option so this doesn’t really make sense.
Many critics argued that the change to block is against how the company first implemented it through conventional means. Revamping it in this way adds greater security risks as it encourages others to stalk and harass the masses.
One tech advocate says they’ve designed an app that enables users to block through automated means. Even if the user does circumvent the block, the friction that arises does matter.
This change by X is clearly not welcomed as many feel it just adds to the growing problem of creeps lurking around in this industry. What do you think?
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It’s shocking that the change arose amid the growing anger from those on the app. They argue that if someone is blocked, there is a reason behind it. Hence, allowing them access to content despite the restriction is mind-boggling to some in terms of safety.
The feature does not mean that anyone on the block list cannot follow that user, engage with their account’s content, or send direct messages.
In the past, the app’s older support page also shared how anyone blocked cannot see that user’s content. This is now getting updated to exclude this reference. Anyone blocked can also see their followers and following list which again was not possible in the past, thanks to the restrictions.
The app’s logic was also revealed when there was going outcry from some who failed to understand why this change arose in the first place. The Block feature is used for sharing and disguising anything harmful or private about an individual. X feels that this would give greater transparency but again, some feel it falls flat on its claims. The fact that users can just make accounts private and share data there is always an option so this doesn’t really make sense.
Many critics argued that the change to block is against how the company first implemented it through conventional means. Revamping it in this way adds greater security risks as it encourages others to stalk and harass the masses.
One tech advocate says they’ve designed an app that enables users to block through automated means. Even if the user does circumvent the block, the friction that arises does matter.
This change by X is clearly not welcomed as many feel it just adds to the growing problem of creeps lurking around in this industry. What do you think?
Read next:
• Business Leaders Help Students On Leadership In Business At Harvard University
• How to Use Technology And New Media to Expand Your Audience - 7 Strategies
