X Removes Likes and Follows from Free API Tier: What It Means for Developers

X Removes Likes and Follows from Free API Tier: What It Means for Developers
X (formerly Twitter) Changes API Access: What Developers Need to Know In a move that continues to reshape the platform’s developer ecosystem, X (formerly Twitter) has recently removed the ability to like and follow from its free tier developer API. This significant alteration, reported by TechCrunch on August 22, 2025, has sent ripples through the developer community, impacting a wide range of applications and services that relied on these functionalities. Understanding the implications of this change is crucial for anyone currently leveraging or planning to use X's API. Understanding the API Changes The X developer API allows external applications to interact with the platform programmatically. This enables developers to build tools for automation, data analysis, content management, and much more. The free tier API offered limited access to the platform's core functions, making it attractive for smaller projects, hobbyists, and developers exploring the X ecosystem. However, the…