5 Ways to Fix Twitter (X) Message Failed to Send

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Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Check Direct Message Limits

Daily Limit on Messages

The first rule is that you cansend only 500 messages daily on X. Once you reach that limit, you can’t send more messages on that day. You will have to wait for the next day to message again.

Tip: Otherlimitsinclude accessing 2,400 posts per day, following 400 people only, and 4 changes to account email per hour.

Duplicate Messages

If you are sending the same message to different accounts or multiple times to the same account, especially those having links in them, X might consider them spam and block you from sending more messages for some time. You will need towait at least 30 minutesbefore you can send more messages.

Fix 2: Verify Phone Number

If your number isn’t verified in your Twitter account, that could also be why Twitter messages fail to send, especially if you are trying to message an account that doesn’t follow you.

Step 1: Tap on the profile picture icon at the top and expandSettings & Support. SelectSettings and privacy.

Step 2: Go toYour account, followed byAccount information. Tap onPhoneand add/verify your phone number.

Also Read:How to fix X (Twitter) search not working

Fix 3: Clear Cache

Accumulated cache and junk files can cause problems in an application. Clearing it from X can help you resolve the issues with sending messages.

On Android

Tap and hold theXapp icon > selectapp info> tap onClear data>Clear cache.

On iPhone

Offloading an applicationon your iPhone removes temporary data, including cache and junk files. However, it maintains all the other essential data, such as your sign-in information, in-app purchases, etc.

Step 1:On your iPhone, go toSettings>General> tap oniPhone Storage.

Step 2:Scroll down, select theXapp, and tap onOffload App. Tap on theOffload Apponce again to confirm.

Step 3:Now, tap onReinstall App.

Also Read:4 fixes for X (Twitter) stuck on the loading screen

Fix 4: Check Cellular Data Access

Check if you have disabled cellular data access for X. If yes, the app can’t connect to the internet via mobile data.

On iPhone

Open theSettingsapp >Cellular> scroll down to find X and turn on the toggle.

On Android

Step 1:Long-press on theX app icon> tap on theinfo icon. Scroll down to findRestrict data usage.

Step 2:Ensure both boxes are selected. This means X can access the internet via Wi-Fi and cellular data without restrictions.

Fix 5: Contact Support

Finally, if you have tried everything, your last shot is tocontact X (Twitter) supportand inform them about your issue. They should be able to assist and resolve your query.

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Last updated on 27 August, 2024

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