X Selling Inactive Usernames Starting at $50,000
In the last year, there have been rumors on the Internet about another initiative by Elon Musk, the implementation of which seems to have already begun. According to Forbes, a team within the company called the @Handle Team set out to create the X Sell Inactive Usernames platform. In some cases, Company X sends potential buyers an offer to purchase the username for an amount of up to $50,000.
In November 2022, Musk said that many usernames had been taken over by bots and trolls, and he planned to reveal them next month. In response to Musk’s statement, one Forbes user was unable to determine whether the practice currently exists, but reports suggest that it does. The New York Times stated that X had already discussed the possibility of swapping usernames on
Forbes also received letters from current X employees, the full text of which cannot be published in the interest of the anonymity of the recipients of the letters. You report that Company X recently made changes to its policies, processes, and @handle compensation. Company X responds to update requests with an automated message: “Busy now, come back later.”
Meskipun demikian, situs web X masih menyatakan bahwa berbagi username yang tidak aktif saat ini tidak mungkin dilakukan. The inactive account policy warns users to log in every 30 days to avoid inactive status.
Musk is likely to be one of the buyers of unique usernames. Of particular interest is the account @handle, which has been inactive since 2019. This account describes the desire to make the most of one’s time and how one of the world’s most used tools – email – fails to live up to expectations.
The account’s last post mentioned rebranding, which could indicate plans to update or relaunch related projects. However, as the website associated with the account is no longer operational, it remains unclear whether these plans have been realized.
FAQ Related to X Selling Usernames
1. Does this mean I can buy inactive usernames on Social Network X?
Yes, according to the latest reports, Social Network X has started selling inactive usernames starting at $50,000.
2. Is there a time limit for purchasing an inactive username?
No specific information about time limits was mentioned in the report. However, users are reminded to log in to their accounts every 30 days to avoid inactive status.
3. Does Elon Musk himself also buy inactive usernames?
Reports suggest that Elon Musk may be one of the buyers of inactive usernames on Social Network X.
4. How do I find out if the username I want is available for purchase?
Further information about username availability can be obtained directly from Social Network X or through their designated trading platforms.
5. Is there any further information about changes to @handle policies, processes, and compensation at Company X?
Unfortunately, further information about @handle policy, process and compensation changes was not disclosed in this report.
