Summary: Social media platform X has started blocking the sharing of “Signal.me” links, which are used for sharing contact information via the Signal encrypted messaging app. Users attempting to post these links receive error messages citing spam or malware risks, while other Signal-related URLs remain unaffected. The motivations behind this change are unclear, leading to speculation about a politically driven response related to the app’s usage by federal employees.
Affected: Social media platform X (formerly Twitter)
Keypoints :
- Blocking of “Signal.me” links is reported, affecting public posts, direct messages, and profile bios.
- Only “Signal.me” links are blocked; other Signal-related URLs like Signal.org remain accessible.
- The reason for the ban is uncertain, with speculation about political motivations due to Signal’s use by federal employees.