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I've been struggling with this ever since my number of followers grew on Twitter. Forced auto-follow software is being used to "force" me to follow people automatically that I have not chosen to follow and I have been having to manually delete them or block them. Is there a way to prevent forced auto-follow software from being used on a Twitter account? I tried researching this online and only found one article of a man who has been experiencing this and is very angry, but he offered no solutions. I too, would like to follow those I choose to follow, not people I don't want. Any suggestions?

Much appreciated!

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Short diagnosis and what causes it: this usually isn’t a mysterious Twitter bug — it’s almost always a third‑party app or a compromised session using OAuth/authorized access to take actions (follow/unfollow) on your behalf. As noted, manually deleting each unwanted follow is painful; the faster fix is to remove the app or session that’s doing it and lock down the account. See X’s guidance on connected apps and what permissions can do. (https://help.x.com/en/managing-your-account/connect-or-revoke-access-to-third-party-apps)

Immediate steps to stop it now:

  1. Revoke any unfamiliar apps: Settings → Security and account access → Apps and sessions → revoke access for anything you don’t recognize. (https://help.x.com/en/managing-your-account/connect-or-revoke-access-to-third-party-apps)
  2. Change your password and log out other sessions — resetting the password will end other active sessions. (https://help.x.com/en/managing-your-account/forgotten-or-lost-password-reset)
  3. Turn on two‑factor authentication (use an authenticator app or security key where possible). (https://help.x.com/en/managing-your-account/two-factor-authentication)

Follow‑up checks and cautions: review active sessions and recent logins for unfamiliar locations; confirm the account email and phone; scan your devices and browser extensions for malware or malicious add‑ons; never give your password to third‑party sites — use OAuth only. Security writeups also recommend revoking access first, scanning devices, then changing passwords. (https://help.x.com/articles/76036-keeping-your-account-secure) (https://grahamcluley.com/lock-twitter-care-rogue-party-apps-dont-hijack-account/)

Prevention and policy notes: periodic reviews of connected apps, a unique strong password stored in a password manager, and 2FA are the best long‑term defenses — and agree with that organic growth beats automation. If the account still behaves oddly after these steps, follow X’s compromised‑account guidance or file a support request so the platform can investigate. (https://help.x.com/articles/76036-keeping-your-account-secure)

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Member Avatar for Member #949455

Is there a way to prevent forced auto-follow software from being used on a Twitter account?

I can't give any advice on any software but you can pretend or ignore it.

Read this nice blog article how to deal with it:

http://michelfortin.com/autofollow-fiasco/

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organic is the best to grow your social network, such tools would help in grow your numbers but doesn't help you grow social network.

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Thank you for replying to my question. Exactly! Organic should be the rule, but some break the rules. I've been a victim of those tools for a while, and I tend to block out or "unfollow" those who violate my right to choose who I follow. I think it is deceptive technique, just for windowdressing! Will look at the site with suggested solutions. Thanks!

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