X platform formerly known as Twitter, is set to roll out changes to its block feature. The update will allow accounts you have blocked to view your posts if your profile is public, although they will still be restricted from engaging with your content—meaning they can't reply, like, or share your posts.
Elon Musk in a tweet confirmed the changes in a tweet stating, "High time this happened."
https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1838285460440862861?s=19
Previously, blocking a user entirely restricted their access to your profile and content. With the new settings, blocked users will still be able to see your public posts, although their ability to interact with these posts remains disabled.
For users who prefer to maintain stricter control over who can see their content, protecting your account is definitely a viable option. A protected account limits post visibility to approved followers only, ensuring that blocked users cannot access your content.
While blocked accounts can't actively participate in conversations, the ability to view content can still be unsettling for some, especially in cases of online harassment or stalking, talk about monitoring spirits
X however encourages users are encouraged to switch their accounts from public to protected, giving them more control over who can see and engage with their content. This option allows users to maintain a more controlled digital space where only approved followers can access their posts.
As X continues to evolve, these changes to the block button mark a significant shift in how users manage their interactions and privacy on the platform. For those concerned about their online safety, the protected account option remains a crucial tool, offering more security while balancing visibility and engagement.