What Is a Repost on X?
A repost shares a post with your followers exactly as it was written, credited to the original author. It is X's name for what Twitter called a retweet.
To repost, tap the Repost icon under a post and choose Repost, as X's help page describes. Tap the highlighted icon again to undo it, which removes the repost from your timeline and leaves the original post in place, according to X's repost FAQs.
Example
A designer posts a free icon set. You repost it, and it appears in your followers' feeds marked as reposted by you, with the designer's name, photo and engagement intact.
Why it matters for growth
- Reposts carry posts beyond the author's followers. Each one puts the post in front of a new audience, which is how posts spread.
- Reposting is generous. Sharing useful work from people in your niche builds goodwill and often gets noticed by the author.
- Your own reposts work too. X's FAQs confirm you can repost your own posts, which helps a strong post reach people in a different time zone.
Repost what your followers would thank you for. Your feed is also your reputation.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I see who reposted my post?
Yes. The post's detail page shows reposts and quotes separately. X's FAQs say there is no limit on how many times a post can be reposted, and it lists only the 100 most recent accounts that reposted it.
What is the difference between a repost and a quote post?
A repost shares the post unchanged. A quote post adds your own comment and becomes a new post on your profile.
Last checked November 2026.
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