X does not let you directly pin someone else’s original post to your profile. However, you can quote repost that post with your own comment and then pin your quote post to the top of your profile. These posts stay on your timeline until you remove them manually. You can use a pinned post to highlight an important update, testimonial, offer, collaboration, or useful resource for profile visitors.
To pin someone else’s post on X, you first need to quote repost it. Once the quote post appears on your profile, open the three-dot menu and choose “Pin to your profile.” This pinned tweet will appear above all posts on your profile.
But how can you pin someone else’s tweet on X (formerly Twitter)? In this article, you’ll see our guide on how to pin someone else’s tweet so that you can pin any tweet to your Twitter profile.
Note: X now calls tweets “posts,” but many users still search for “tweets.” In this guide, we use both terms to help readers understand the feature.
Quick Answer: Can You Pin Someone Else’s Post on X?
No, X does not let you directly pin someone else’s original post to your profile. You can only pin a post that appears as your own post.
The safest workaround is to quote repost the other person’s post, add your own comment, publish it on your profile, and then pin that quote post. This keeps the original post attached while allowing you to feature it at the top of your X profile.
Tweet vs Post: What Changed on X?
X now calls tweets “posts” and retweets “reposts,” but many users still search for the old terms. In this guide, “tweet” means “post,” and “retweet” means “repost.”
How Many Posts Can You Pin on X?
You can pin only one post at a time on X. If you pin a new post, your previous pinned post will automatically be replaced.
This applies to your own posts and quote reposts. So before pinning someone else’s post through a quote repost, make sure you are ready to remove your current pinned post from the top of your profile.
Why Pin A Tweet To Your Profile?
When you pin a tweet on Twitter, it appears at the very beginning of your profile. So, anybody who views your Twitter profile can see the pinned tweet. You can pin any tweet to the top of your Twitter profile for various purposes. The following can be the reasons to pin a tweet on your Twitter profile:
- Highlight any post to your profile visitors
- Highlight a testimonial
- Feature an announcement
- Share important information with your audience
- Share a useful resource
- Promote a campaign
- Promote special offers and deals
- Promote affiliate links
- Show social proof
- Pin a collaboration or mention
- Direct traffic to a landing page
Best Posts to Pin on X
Good pinned posts include announcements, testimonials, case studies, popular threads, product launches, newsletters, portfolio links, event updates, collaborations, media mentions, lead magnets, and useful resources.
Can You Pin Someone Else’s Tweet?
You cannot directly pin another user’s original X post to your profile. X only allows users to pin posts that belong to their own profile. However, a quote repost becomes your own post, so you can pin that quote repost.
Do not give account access to third-party tools that promise to pin someone else’s post directly. They may request unnecessary permissions, compromise your account, or violate platform rules.
Action table
| Action | Can You Pin It? | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Your own post | Yes | It belongs to your profile |
| Someone else’s original post | No | X does not give a direct pin option |
| Direct repost | Usually no | It is shared from another account |
| Quote repost | Yes, if pin option appears | It becomes your own post with the original attached |
Quote Repost vs Direct Repost: Which One Can You Pin?
A direct repost simply shares another person’s post on your profile, but it still belongs to the original account. That is why X usually does not show the “Pin to your profile” option for direct reposts.
A quote repost works differently. When you quote repost someone’s post, you add your own comment and publish it as your own post with the original post attached. Because the quote repost appears as your own post, you can usually pin it to your X profile if the pin option is available.
So, if you want to pin someone else’s tweet or post on X, use the quote repost method instead of a direct repost.
Before You Pin a Quote Repost
Also check whether the original post is still accurate, public, and appropriate for your audience. A pinned quote repost stays highly visible on your profile, so avoid pinning outdated, sensitive, or misleading content.
How To Pin Someone Else’s Tweet To Your Profile?
You can quickly pin your posts/tweets, but to pin someone else tweet on your profile, you need to quote repost it first.
Remember: use Quote post, not direct Repost, because a quote post appears as your own post on your profile.
Note: The steps are almost the same on the X mobile app and desktop browser.
Access Your X Account
- Open the X mobile app or website on your device.
- Sign up or sign in, whatever is required.
Select the Post You Want to Feature
- Search for the tweet you want to pin on your profile.
- Tap/click the 🔄 Repost button under this tweet.
- Next, tap/click the Quote post option and add a comment to this tweet.
- Now, tap/click the Post button.
Find Your Quote Post on Your Profile
- Open your profile and scroll down until you see the reposted post (formerly tweet).
- Next, tap/click on the More icon (three dots in the right corner of the tweet) to get the option to pin it.
- Now, tap/click on the Pin to your profile option.
- Finally, tap/click the Pin button on the confirmation prompt.
You can pin only one tweet at a time. When you pin another tweet, the previously pinned tweet automatically unpins. In addition, only quoted tweets have the option to pin. You won’t see the pin option on directly retweeted posts.
Now you know how to pin a quote repost on X. Next, here is how to unpin it.
Why Don’t I See the Pin to Profile Option?
You may not see the “Pin to your profile” option for several reasons. You might be viewing someone else’s original post, using a direct repost instead of a quote repost, or checking the post outside your own profile page.
The pin option may also disappear if the original post was deleted, restricted, made private, or unavailable in your region. Sometimes, the X app or browser may also have a temporary glitch.
If you do not see the pin option, open your own profile, find your quote repost, tap the three-dot menu, and check again. You can also update the X app, refresh the browser, or try from another device.
Can you pin a reply on X?
You can usually pin your own post from your profile, but replies may not always show the pin option depending on where they appear and X’s current interface.
If the quote repost does not appear on profile
If your quote repost does not appear on your profile immediately, refresh the app, check your Posts tab, wait a few minutes, or try from the desktop browser.
How to Unpin a Post on X
Once the promotion period is over, you can unpin the tweet from your profile in the following steps:
- Open the X mobile app or website on your phone/computer.
- Go to your profile.
- Tap/click the three-dots icon in the top right of the pinned post/tweet.
- Next, click/tap Unpin from profile.
- Finally, click/tap Unpin on the Unpin post from profile prompt.
It’s how a pinned post/tweet gets unpinned.
To delete the pinned retweet, repeat the same steps, except choosing the “Unpin from profile” option. Instead, choose the Delete option.
What If the Original Post Is Deleted or Made Private?
If the original post is deleted, restricted, or made private, your quote repost may still remain on your profile, but the embedded original post may stop displaying properly. Viewers may see that the original post is unavailable.
When you quote repost someone else’s content, add your own context and avoid making it look like the original idea belongs to you. If the post includes sensitive, copyrighted, promotional, or personal content, be careful before pinning it to your profile.
Who Gets Engagement on a Pinned Quote Repost?
Your quote repost can receive its own likes, replies, reposts, and impressions. The original post remains attached, but engagement on your quote post belongs to your post. The original creator still gets visible credit through the embedded post.
Can the Original Author Remove Their Post From Your Pinned Quote Repost?
The original author cannot directly remove your quote repost from your profile. However, if they delete, protect, or restrict their original post, the embedded post may stop displaying properly inside your quote repost.
Should You Copy and Paste Someone Else’s Post Instead?
No. Do not copy someone else’s post and publish it as your own. If you want to feature another user’s post, use quote repost so the original post remains attached and credited.
Give Credit and Add Context
When you quote repost someone else’s post, the original post remains attached, so the creator usually gets visible credit. Still, you should add your own context and avoid making the post look like your original idea.
Do not pin misleading, sensitive, copyrighted, or promotional content without proper context. If you are using someone’s post for marketing, criticism, testimonial, or collaboration, make sure your quote clearly explains why you are sharing it.
Private/Protected Account Limitation
You may not be able to quote repost or pin posts from protected accounts, restricted posts, deleted posts, or posts unavailable because of privacy settings. If the original post cannot be quote reposted, you cannot use this method.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid these mistakes when trying to pin someone else’s post on X:
- Trying to pin someone else’s original post directly
- Using a direct repost instead of a quote repost
- Giving account access to third-party tools
- Pinning copyrighted or misleading content without context
- Do not use manual copy-paste retweet
- Forgetting that only one post can be pinned at a time
- Not checking whether the original post was deleted or made private later
FAQs
Final Words
A pinned post can help profile visitors notice your most important update, resource, offer, or collaboration. If you want to feature someone else’s post, the safest method is to quote repost it and pin your quote post.
