Twitter for Mac was the official native macOS client for the Twitter social media platform (now known as X). It allowed users to read tweets, post updates, view trending topics, manage direct messages, and engage with their Twitter timeline through a dedicated Mac application. The app provided a more integrated desktop experience compared to using Twitter through a web browser, with features like native notifications, keyboard shortcuts, and better integration with macOS. It was popular among Mac users who preferred a dedicated app for managing their Twitter presence and staying connected with their social network.
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1 suggestionThe official Twitter Mac app (version 4.3.2) has been discontinued by the company. Twitter/X has replaced it with a newer Mac app that is compatible with Apple Silicon, but it's essentially the iPad version running on Mac rather than a true native Mac application. However, there are several excellent third-party alternatives available. The most recommended is 'Friendly for Twitter,' which is a native Mac app specifically designed to provide a clean, ad-free Twitter experience with features like multiple account support, dark mode, and a responsive interface that many users find superior to the official app.
Native version · Reported by in the community.
This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
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