Elon Musk, the visionary CEO of X, has made a groundbreaking announcement, unveiling that X Premium and X Premium+ subscriptions will now be available to select users completely free of charge.
However, not all X users will be granted access to these premium features, as clarified by Musk himself.
Who Qualifies for Free Premium Subscriptions?
According to Musk’s statement, users with over 5,000 verified subscriber followers will be eligible to enjoy the benefits of X Premium+ subscription, which is currently priced at Rs 1,300 per month or Rs 13,600 annually.
It’s important to note that subscriptions purchased through Android and iOS apps can be notably pricey.
Musk’s decision to grant complimentary access to X Premium and X Premium+ features to a select group of users appears to be strategic, especially in light of recent reports suggesting a decline in platform usage.
However, X has refuted these claims.
Unlocking Premium Features
To take advantage of these premium features, users will need to have a substantial following of 5,000 verified subscribers.
These followers must have purchased either a Premium or Premium+ membership, which includes coveted benefits such as a blue verification checkmark and the ability to monetize posts.
Enhanced Features with X Premium and X Premium+
X Premium subscribers enjoy reduced ad displays, while Premium+ subscribers enjoy an ad-free experience.
Both tiers offer features like post editing or undoing, increased character limits, longer video uploads, background video playback, video downloads, and access to the Grok AI chatbot.
This move marks a significant shift in X’s subscription model,
opening up premium features to a wider audience while also incentivizing growth and engagement on the platform.
