What is a pinned X post?
A pinned X post is a post you choose to showcase at the top of your X profile. It’s the first thing visitors see when they check out your page. You can use this feature to highlight your best content, share important news, or promote your latest project. Pinning a post is easy – just click the three dots on your chosen post and select “Pin to profile.” This keeps your message front and center, no matter when you originally shared it.
How to pin a post
You can easily pin a post to the top of your profile. Here’s how:
- Open the X app or website
- Go to your profile page
- Find the post you want to pin
- Tap the three dots (…) menu on the post
- Select “Pin to your profile”
That’s it! Your chosen post will now appear at the top of your profile. You can unpin it anytime by tapping the three dots again and selecting “Unpin from profile.”
Pinning a post is a great way to highlight important info or your best content for visitors to your profile. Try it out to make a strong first impression!
Why use a pinned post?
A pinned post can boost your X account’s impact. You can showcase your best content at the top of your profile, giving it more visibility. This lets you highlight important announcements or popular posts for all visitors to see.
Pinning a post helps build social proof. When users see a post with lots of likes and reshares, it can increase your credibility. You might pin a post that got great engagement to show off your influence.
For brands, a pinned post is a prime spot for promotions. You can feature new products, sales, or events. It’s also useful for sharing your most valuable content.
Individual users can use pinned posts to introduce themselves or share their top achievements. It’s a quick way to make a strong first impression on new profile visitors.
Best practices for pinned posts
Choosing the right post to pin can boost your profile’s impact. Pick popular posts with high engagement – lots of likes, reshares, and comments. This shows visitors what resonates with your audience.
If you’re a business, use a clear call to action in your pinned post. Ask followers to sign up for your newsletter, check out a new product, or join a challenge. Make it easy for people to take the next step.
Keep your pinned post fresh. Update it regularly with your latest content, campaign, or offer. This keeps your profile dynamic and gives followers a reason to check back.
Add relevant hashtags to increase discoverability. But don’t overdo it – one or two targeted tags are enough.
Consider pinning a post that showcases your brand’s personality or values. This helps new visitors quickly understand what you’re all about.