X Launches Chat: A New Era of Encrypted Messaging With Calls, Disappearing Chats & More

X, the social media platform known for constant innovation, has announced a major upgrade to its direct messaging system. The company has launched Chat, a redesigned and more to  secure communication tool that promises a safer and richer messaging experience for users around the world. With features like end-to-end encryption, voice and video calls, disappearing messages, and file sharing, Chat aims to a positions X as a strong competitor in the messaging app landscape.

The new Chat service has been already rolled out on iOS and the web, and an Android version will be available soon as possiblle.Importantly, users do not lose any of their older messages—Chat seamlessly carries over the entire history from the previous DM system.

What Is Encrypted

Text messages

Media files

Shared documents

This encryption makes conversations much more than private and secure, especially for users who prefer confidentiality or abusinesses handling sensitive information.

X notes that message metadata is not encrypted. This includes details such as:

Who sent or received the message

When the message was sent

Which users are part of the conversation

While this doesn’t expose the content of messages, some users may still consider metadata visibility a privacy concern.

Protection Still Improving

The company has also mentioned that Chat currently lacks full protection against man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks, meaning that theoretically, a malicious insider or even X itself could compromise encrypted conversations without the user’s knowledge.

X says it is working on adding:

Message authenticity verification

Device identity verification

These features will help users confirm that their conversation hasn’t been intercepted or tampered with.

Disappearing Messages: Control Your Digital Footprint

Chat introduces disappearing messages, giving users much greater control overs their privacy. Users can choosse how long a message stays visible before it automatically deletes. This feature is ideal for sharing temporary information, private discussions, or reduciing long-term digital traces.

You can set messages to disappear after a certain time—making conversations feel more secure and less permanent.

Screenshot Protections: Know When Someone Captures Your Chat

Another privacy-focused feature in Chat is screenshot control. Users can:

Receive notifications when someone takes a screenshot of the conversation, or

Block screenshots entirely, depending on their preference

This level of control is a valuable addition for users who frequently exchange private or sensitive information. It mirrors features already popular on apps like Snapchat, butt Chat integrates them into a more traditional messaging experience.

Edit and Delete Messages Anytime

Chat also gives users the ability to edit or delete messages after sending them. Whether you made a typo, sent the wrong file, or simply want to retract a message, Edit and Delete options offer flexibility and peace of mind.

This feature enhances the user experience, especially during fast-paced conversations where mistakes are easyy to make.

Voice and Video Calls Are Now Built In

Beyond messaging, Chat brings voice and video calling directly into the platform. Users can make a

High-quality video calls

Clear voice calls

without needing any third-party apps.

This turns X into more than just a social platform—it becomes a communication hub similar to WhatsApp, Telegram, or Messenger. X has also confirmed that voice notes will be added soon, making on-the-go communication even easier.

File Sharing Made Easy

Chat supports sending:

Photos

Videos

Documents

Other media files

All of thesee are protected with end-to-end encryption. Whether you're sharing work files or personal pictures, Chat ensures your content remains secure.

Seamless Migration From Old Messages

One of the most convenient aspects of the new Chat system is that users do not lose their older messages. X has ensured a smooth transition, with all previous DMs carried over to the Chat interface.

This continuity helps users switch to the new system without worrying about losing important conversations, media, or shared links.

Available Now: iOS and Web, Android Coming Soon

X has launched Chat for:

iOS

Web browsers

An Android app is listed as “coming soon,” which means more users worldwide will have access soon. Since Android makes up a large percentage of X’s user base, the rollout is highly anticipated.

Why Chat Matters for X’s Future

With the launch of Chat, X positions itself more competitively in the world of communication apps. By offering privacy-focused features, rich media tools, and built-in calling options, Chat moves X beyond its roots as a microblogging platform.

It is clear that X is attempting to create an ecosystem where users can:

Share updates

Communicate privately

Collaborate

Call friends

—without leaving the app.

This all-in-one messaging experience aligns with the company’s vision to evolve X into a global communication platform.

Final Thoughts

X’s new Chat service brings a much-needed upgrade to the platform’s messaging system. With features like end-to-end encryption, disappearing messages, screenshot protection, file sharing, and voice/video calls, it offers users a modern, secure, and flexible communication experience.

While some privacy limitations remain—such as visible metadata and incomplete MITM protection—X promises future updates that will strengthen security even further.

Overall, Chat is a promising step forward for X, giving users new ways to connect safely and conveniently.