Xchat Beta: X's New Direct Messaging Feature

XChat: The New Direct Messaging System for X

The rollout of X’s new direct messaging feature, XChat, has commenced with initial access granted to beta testers.

Reports indicate that select users subscribed to the platform’s premium tier are now able to utilize XChat.

Confirmation of the system’s readiness for release was also provided by reverse engineer Nima Owji to TechCrunch.

Enhancements Over Existing Direct Messages

XChat is designed as a significant upgrade to X’s current direct message functionality.

The existing DM system dates back to the pre-Elon Musk era of Twitter.

Rumored Features of XChat

Several features are anticipated to be included within XChat.

• Group messaging capabilities are expected.
• End-to-end encryption is a key component.
• A vanishing mode for messages is rumored.
• Users may be able to flag messages as unread.
• File sharing functionality is also anticipated.

Furthermore, messages within XChat appear to be protected by a four-digit passcode, enhancing security.

Pause on Encrypted DM Development

X recently announced a temporary suspension of development on its existing encrypted DM feature.

This pause may be directly linked to the upcoming launch of XChat, as the new system would likely make the current DM interface redundant.

Premium subscribers have had access to a limited form of encrypted messaging on X for the past two years.

Musk’s Vision for a Signal-Like Service

Elon Musk has repeatedly expressed his desire to integrate a messaging service, comparable to Signal, directly into X.

If XChat is indeed preparing for a wider release, it signifies potential progress towards realizing this ambition.

This development could represent a substantial step in fulfilling Musk’s stated goals for the platform.