Sometimes, Twitter can get overwhelming with notifications or tweets from accounts you don’t want to see in your timeline—but without unfollowing or blocking them. The Mute feature is perfect for this. It lets you hide tweets and notifications from specific users while still keeping them as a connection. Here’s how to use it on your iPhone.
Why You Might Want to Mute Someone
Muting is a great option when you want to:
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Reduce notifications from a particular account
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Avoid seeing tweets that don’t interest you
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Maintain a polite connection without unfollowing or blocking
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Focus on the content you care about
Step 1: Open the Twitter App on Your iPhone
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Launch the Twitter app.
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Sign in if you aren’t already.
Step 2: Go to the Profile You Want to Mute
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Tap the Search icon (magnifying glass) or navigate to your Timeline.
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Tap the profile of the user you want to mute.
Step 3: Access the More Options Menu
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On the user’s profile, tap the three dots (•••) in the top-right corner.
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This opens a menu with several options.
Step 4: Select Mute
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Tap Mute from the menu.
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Confirm your choice if prompted.
Once muted:
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Their tweets will no longer appear in your timeline.
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You won’t get notifications about their tweets or retweets.
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They won’t know you’ve muted them.
Step 5: Manage Muted Accounts
To review or unmute users:
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Tap your profile picture → Settings and privacy → Privacy and safety → Mute and block → Muted accounts.
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Tap Unmute next to any account if you want to see their tweets again.
Tips for Using Mute Effectively
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Mute Keywords or Conversations: Go to Settings → Privacy and safety → Mute and block → Muted words to hide tweets containing specific phrases.
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Mute Temporarily: Mute accounts or words for 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days if you want a break without permanent changes.
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Combine with Lists: Use lists to organize accounts and timelines without muting entirely.
Conclusion
Muting someone in the Twitter iPhone app is a discreet and effective way to control your timeline and notifications without blocking or unfollowing anyone. By following these steps, you can enjoy a cleaner Twitter experience while maintaining your connections and avoiding unnecessary distractions.