X introduces new policies that officially allow adult content on the platform

X has rolled out a new Adult Content Policy, officially allowing users to post content featuring "adult nudity or sexual behavior" under certain restrictions. Recognizing adult content as a legitimate form of artistic expression, the platform mandates users who frequently post such content to enable content warnings. Users under 18, or those without a listed birthdate, cannot bypass these warnings. Adult content in profile photos and account banners is strictly prohibited, and any content involving exploitation, non-consent, or harm to minors is banned.

Historically, X (Twitter) has had an active community of NSFW profiles on the platform for many years, although until now this type of content was neither officially allowed nor banned by the company, making the rules governing it very ambiguous.

Additionally, X has introduced a new Violent Content Policy. This allows users to share graphic media if it is properly labeled, though excessively gory or sexually violent content remains banned. The policy prohibits content that is explicitly threatening, incites violence, glorifies violence, or expresses a desire for violence. Frequent posters of permissible violent content must also include content warnings. These new policies supersede the former Sensitive Media and Violent Speech policies.