Technology

Threads Unlocks a Game-Changing Feature: Follow Your Fave Creators from X!

2025-04-09

Author: Ming

Meta's Exciting New Test for Threads Users!

Get ready, Threads users! Meta has just unveiled an exciting new feature in beta that could dramatically change how you connect with your favorite online personalities. Imagine seamlessly following all the creators you love from X right within Threads!

Alec Booker, a spokesperson from Meta, shared, "We’re currently testing a way for you to find and follow creators from other platforms on Threads, making it easier to connect with the people and conversations that matter to you." This initiative comes as a direct response to the growing trend of creators moving away from X and seeking greener pastures on platforms like Threads and Bluesky.

Bridging Communities: A Game-Changer for Creators!

For many creators who swapped X for Threads, the transition hasn't been smooth. They often find themselves starting from scratch, struggling to rebuild the communities they've cultivated over the years. This new feature aims to ease that pain, allowing users to quickly reconnect with the community they've built across platforms.

First discovered by the tech-savvy security researcher Jane Manchun Wong, this beta test showcases a pop-up on the Threads app inviting some users to "Find popular creators from X." Wondering what happens next? This prompt guides you through the steps to import your following list from X directly to Threads!

How Will It Work?

While the details remain a bit murky, Meta assures that the new feature will primarily cater to 'popular creators.' However, it’s uncertain how they will identify which creators from X will be available on Threads.

Stay tuned, as this feature could be a revolutionary step in connecting communities and creators across social media platforms—making Threads the place to be for vibrant conversations and trending content!