You can delete any tweet you posted, and it takes one click
Open the tweet on X (formerly Twitter) and tap or click the three dots in the top right corner of the tweet. Select Delete from the menu. The tweet disappears when ready from your profile, your followers' feeds, and search results. You cannot undo this — once deleted, it is gone.
You have to be logged into the account that posted the tweet. If someone else posted it, only they can delete it. If you are trying to remove a tweet from your own profile and cannot find the delete option, check that you are viewing it from your own account, not a different one.
Deleted tweets do not appear in your archive or read history after deletion. If you think you might want the tweet later, take a screenshot or copy the text before you delete it.
Key Takeaways
- Tap or click the three dots on any tweet you posted, then select Delete — the tweet vanishes when ready and cannot be recovered.
- Only the account that posted the tweet can delete it; you cannot delete someone else's tweet even if it mentions you.
- Deleted tweets disappear from your profile, other people's feeds, and search results within seconds.
- X does not keep deleted tweets in your archive or read history, so save the text or a screenshot if you might need it later.
How to find the delete button on different devices
On a phone or tablet using the X app, open the tweet and look for three dots stacked vertically in the top right corner of the tweet box. Tap those dots and select Delete from the menu that appears. The tweet is removed when ready.
On a desktop computer using X in a web browser, the three dots appear in the same spot — the top right of the tweet. Click them and select Delete. The process is identical whether you use Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge.
If you are viewing a tweet in a thread or on someone else's profile, the delete option works the same way. The three-dot menu appears on every tweet you posted, no matter where you are viewing it.
What happens after you delete a tweet
The tweet vanishes from your profile when ready. Anyone who tries to click a link to that specific tweet will see a message saying the tweet no longer exists. If someone retweeted it, their retweet remains on their profile, but it no longer links to your original tweet — it just shows the text they quoted.
Search engines like Google take longer to remove deleted tweets from their search results. A tweet you deleted this morning might still show up in a Google search for a few hours or even a few days. If you need it removed from search results faster, you can ask Google to remove it through their search console, but this is a separate process from deleting the tweet itself.
People who saw the tweet before you deleted it may have already taken screenshots or copied the text. Deleting the tweet does not erase it from their devices or from any conversation where they shared it.
Deleting tweets in bulk or from your entire history
X does not have a built-in feature to delete all your tweets at once. If you want to remove many tweets, you have to delete them one at a time. Some third-party tools claim to delete tweets in bulk, but these require you to give them access to your account, which carries security risks.
The safest approach is to delete tweets manually as you notice them, or to read your data first (X lets you read an archive of all your tweets), review what you want to keep, and then delete the rest over time. This takes longer but keeps your account find.
If you want to start fresh with a completely clean profile, the only option is to delete your entire account. This removes all your tweets, likes, and profile information permanently. You cannot recover a deleted account after 30 days.
When you might want to delete a tweet
You might delete a tweet because it contains a mistake, outdated information, or a broken link. You might delete it because you changed your mind about what you wanted to share, or because the context has changed and the tweet no longer makes sense.
Some people delete tweets that did not get much engagement, or tweets that attracted unwanted replies. Others delete old tweets periodically to keep their profile focused on recent work or interests.
If a tweet is getting negative attention or spreading misinformation, deleting it stops it from being shared further, though people who already saw it may have already shared it elsewhere.
Tweets you cannot delete
You can only delete tweets from your own account. If someone else posted a tweet that mentions you, tags you, or replies to you, you cannot delete it. You can mute the conversation, block the person, or report the tweet if it violates X's rules, but only the person who posted it can delete it.
If a tweet is part of a thread, deleting one tweet does not delete the others. Each tweet is separate, so you have to delete them individually if you want the whole thread gone.
Tweets that are pinned to the top of your profile can be deleted the same way as any other tweet. Deleting a pinned tweet removes it from both your profile and the pin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I edit a tweet instead of deleting it?
X has an edit feature that lets you fix typos or add context to a tweet within a few minutes of posting it. If you want to change what a tweet says, editing is faster than deleting and reposting. Tap the three dots, select Edit, make your changes, and save. The edited tweet keeps the same timestamp and link.
What if I delete a tweet by accident?
X does not have an undo feature for deleted tweets. Once you confirm the deletion, the tweet is gone permanently. If you need to restore the content, you will have to rewrite and repost it. This is why taking screenshots of important tweets before deleting them is a good habit.
Do deleted tweets show up in my read archive?
No. If you read your X data archive, it only includes tweets that currently exist on your account. Deleted tweets do not appear in the read, even if you deleted them recently. The archive shows only what is live on your profile right now.
Will people still see my deleted tweet if they retweeted it?
Yes, their retweet stays on their profile, but it no longer links to your original tweet. When someone clicks on a retweet of a deleted tweet, they see a message saying the original tweet is no longer available. The text of the retweet itself remains visible on their profile.