If you are 18+, work as a journalist, an artist, or a researcher, and want to view sensitive content on X (Twitter), but don’t know how to access it. Then, to do this, simply follow these steps.
- Open the X (Twitter) app or browser.
- Go to More > Settings & Privacy.
- Tap Privacy and Safety > Content You See.
- Enable: Display media that may contain sensitive content.
Note: On iPhones, you must use a browser like Safari or Chrome to access this setting—it won’t appear in the app.
Following this, you can view all sensitive content on X without the post being blurred or receiving warning screenshots.
We’ve prepared a tutorial thoroughly. Hence, by the end of this guide, you’ll know exactly what to do.
Quick Steps – Enable Sensitive Content on X (Twitter)
- Desktop: More → Settings & Privacy → Privacy and Safety → Content You See → Enable sensitive content
- Android: Profile → Settings and Privacy → Privacy and Safety → Content You See → Enable sensitive content
- iPhone: Use Safari/Chrome → Log in → Follow the same steps, since the app doesn’t show this option
What is Sensitive Content on X?
Sensitive content on X includes nudity, NSFW material, or graphic violence. These posts are blurred by default with a label saying “This Tweet might include sensitive content.” Users aged 18+ can adjust settings to view them.
Besides this, users who have disabled the Sensitive content settings can effortlessly enable them whenever they want.
Categories of Sensitive Content on X
There are several categories of sensitive content that you should know. Here’s how:
- Graphic Violence: If your content shows blood, death, injuries, or real-world violence, this is considered graphic violence.
- Sexually Explicit Material: This includes explicit text, images, or videos.
- Adult (NSFW) Content: If your content includes NSFW or nudity posts, it will be considered as sensitive content.
- Hate Symbols or Offensive Material: Posted content may consist of discriminatory symbols, hate speech, or slurs. It will be flagged, as this content is violating the Twitter rules and regulations.
Important Rules and Restrictions for Viewing Sensitive Content
Go through these rules and restrictions that everyone should know before seeing the sensitive content.
- Age Restrictions: If you’re below 18 years of age, sensitive content is already restricted from viewing.
- Content Marking by users: Users who are posting such types of content should mark it as sensitive data so that other users can also know.
- Warnings Notices: Before viewing sensitive content, you’ll get a warning and then tap on it. After that, you can proceed further.
Who Can View Sensitive Content on X?
Here, we will provide you with a list of those who can actually view it on their Twitter account.
- Users must be 18 or older.
- Make sure you have added your birthdate. Without mentioning the birthdate, you won’t be able to toggle the Sensitive Content settings.
- Journalists and researchers can also see sensitive content, as they may need to see it for analyzing or reporting purposes.
- Creators and artists are also allowed to view the content if properly labeled.
Show Sensitive Content in X Search Results
Here, we have two main methods for viewing sensitive content on X (Twitter). These are as follows:
Let’s learn how to see sensitive content on X on both devices with ease. By following these methods, you can easily find out the post on your timeline and feed.
#1. Enable on Web Browser
- Go to x.com and log in with your credentials (email and password).
- Click More.
- Pick Settings & Privacy.
- Choose Privacy and Safety.
- Hit Content You See.
- Mark the checkbox of Display media that may contain sensitive content.
By enabling this option, you can easily see all the sensitive content.
#2. Enable on Android or iPhone
Note: Users who are using iPhones should make sure that they log in to X on their web browser instead of using the Twitter application. As the Sensitive Content Settings will not be applied on the iOS device.
- Start X (Twitter).
- Open Profile.
- Then, choose Settings and Support.
- Select Settings and Privacy.
- Opt for Privacy and Safety.
- Select the Content You See.
After following the above steps, X has two options to enable sensitive content.
- Just tick the box of the Display media that may contain sensitive content.
Or,
- Tap Search settings.
- Disable Hide sensitive content.
- Choose Sensitive Media.
- Here, pick the Show All option.
If you’ve performed these steps through your web browser, make sure to restart your X application to configure all these settings.
Show Sensitive Content in Search Results
Follow these instructions if you want to show your sensitive content in Twitter search results. We have two ways to do so.
For Web Browser:
- Log in to X on your default web browser.
- Tap on More.
- Go to Settings & Privacy.
- Find Privacy and Safety.
- Tap on Content You See.
- Head to Search settings.
- Remove the tick mark from Hide sensitive content.
For Android or iPhone:
- Access X or Twitter.
- Move towards your profile.
- Search for Settings and Privacy and tap on it.
- Then, click Privacy and safety.
- Head to the Content you see.
- Choose Search settings.
- Toggle off the Hide sensitive content.
These methods allow sensitive tweets to appear in your search results.
What Happens If You Post Sensitive Media Without Settings?
If your content includes sensitive material and you don’t label it properly, X may review and take action, including the following warnings:
- Your content will be labeled as potentially sensitive.
- If you have shown some sensitive content on your Live video, you have to delete that completely.
- Change the settings and Mark media you post as containing material that may be sensitive.
How to Mark Your Media as Sensitive on X
If you’re posting data related to sensitive content, you should know how to mark it as such.
Mark All Posts as Sensitive:
- Sign up with your credentials to access your X account.
- Then, open your profile or click on the menu icon.
- Navigate towards Privacy and Safety.
- Choose Your Posts.
- Pick the option to mark media you post as having material that may be sensitive.
Mark a Single Post as Sensitive
- When you are ready to post your content on X, click on the Edit or Paintbrush icon.
- Hit the flag icon, then select the category that best fits your post.
- After posting, everyone can easily see whether your posted content is sensitive or not.
Reporting Sensitive Content on X
X reviews reports of media flagged by users to decide whether to issue a warning message to ensure compliance with X’s media policies. Keep in mind that flagging content simply alerts the X team. As a result, it does not automatically trigger a warning or removal from the platform.
X’s Policy on NSFW and Adult Content
As per the latest news from X, users can easily post consensual adult content, but with proper labeling. However, remember a few things that there is also some prohibited content, such as:
- Content that harms or exploits minors.
- Nonconsensual adult content.
- Pornographic content that encourages obscene or objectification behaviors.
- Content that glorifies, incites, or promotes violence or hateful conduct.
Key Features of the New Policy:
- If you are below 18, you are not allowed to view the adult content.
- Adult content is restricted from being shown in your profile banners, photos, or other noticeable, publicly visible spaces.
- Users can easily post original or AI-generated adult content.
Risks of Viewing Sensitive Content on X
If you are trying to view sensitive content on your Twitter account, it poses several risks. These are listed below.
- Emotional Distress and Trauma: If you are seeing some disturbing content, it may cause some emotional anxiety, distress, and trauma.
- Cyberbullying and Online Harassment: If children see inappropriate content online, they may become more vulnerable to cyberbullying.
- Exposure to Misinformation: On Twitter, there are high chances that people may spread false information.
Privacy and Safety Tips for Using X
Follow these tips so that you can manage your Twitter account effectively.
- You can try to block sensitive content, which will help you to create a safe online experience.
- Turn on Safe Search so that you can protect your children’s exposure.
- Understand the Content Warning, which indirectly tells you that the content might be disturbing.
- If you don’t find the content appropriate, you can report it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out all these extra questions so that you can get a better understanding of sensitive content on X.
Q1. How do I enable sensitive content on iPhone?
Ans. These are the instructions that you need to follow to enable the sensitive content on your iPhone.
- Open X (Twitter) on your default browser on iPhone.
Note: Don’t try to enable sensitive content on your X application on iPhone.
- Then, access Profile.
- Navigate to Settings and Support.
- Choose Settings and Privacy.
- Pick Privacy and Safety.
- Head to the Content You See.
- Mark: Display media that may contain sensitive content.
Q2. Why can’t I turn off sensitive content on X?
Ans. There are two scenarios.
- First: your age may be below 18.
- Second: If your account settings are restricted, it is due to the age verification.
Q3. Does Twitter (X) allow NSFW?
Ans. YES! X (Twitter) allows NSFW content. But it works under one condition that the user should label it properly. However, including minors or non-consensual material is permanently banned.
Q4. How do I turn off sensitive content on X?
To turn off sensitive content on X, follow these steps:
- Open X (Twitter) and log in.
- Go to More > Settings & Privacy.
- Select Privacy and Safety > Content You See.
- Uncheck Display media that may contain sensitive content.
On iPhone, do this only through a web browser (Safari/Chrome), since the X app doesn’t show this option.
Final Words
By adjusting the Content You See settings, you control whether X shows or blurs NSFW, nudity, or violent content. If you’re 18+, you can enable it anytime. If not, keep it disabled for a safer feed.
