TweepCred Estimator
Every X account has a hidden TweepCred reputation score from 0-100. Below 65, only 3 of your tweets are even eligible for distribution. Enter your stats below to estimate where you stand.
Estimated TweepCred Score
About this estimate
This calculator estimates your TweepCred score based on the known factors from X's open-sourced algorithm code. The actual score is calculated internally by X using PageRank across the entire social graph, which we can't replicate externally. Use this as a directional indicator, not an exact measurement. Factors like who specifically interacts with you (high-authority accounts boost your score) and negative signals (blocks, mutes, reports) can't be captured here.
What Is TweepCred?
TweepCred is a hidden reputation score that X assigns to every account, ranging from 0 to 100. It was revealed in the Phoenix source code that X open-sourced in January 2026.
The score determines how many of your posts are eligible for algorithmic distribution. Accounts scoring 65 or above get full distribution access. Below 65, only 3 of your tweets are even considered for recommendation. Most new or low-engagement accounts sit below this threshold without knowing it.
TweepCred is based on a PageRank-style calculation that runs across X's entire social graph. It factors in who follows you, who engages with your content, your follower-to-following ratio, account age, and engagement patterns. High-authority accounts interacting with you boost your score more than hundreds of low-authority follows.
How the Score Works
X's Phoenix algorithm predicts the probability of 15 different engagement actions for every post, for every user. Each action carries a specific weight from the source code. Positive actions boost distribution. Negative actions actively suppress it.
The engagement hierarchy is steep. A reply is weighted 13.5x more than a like. A reply conversation where someone responds and you respond back is worth 75x a single like. Getting blocked carries a penalty weight of -369x. One block can undo hundreds of likes.
Strongest Positive Signal
150x
A reply chain where both parties respond is worth 150 likes. This is the single most powerful engagement signal in the algorithm.
Strongest Negative Signal
-369x
Getting blocked carries a penalty of -369 relative to a like. One block from a high-authority account can tank a post's distribution entirely.
Key Engagement Weights from Phoenix Source Code
Source: X Phoenix algorithm source code, January 2026
External links get a 30-50% reach penalty. Free accounts posting links have seen zero median engagement since March 2025. If you're sharing links, put them in the replies, not the main post.
X Premium subscribers get a confirmed 4x boost for in-network distribution (your content shown to your own followers). The cost-per-impression math makes it the cheapest algorithmic advantage on any social platform. Read the full algorithm breakdown here.
Why This Matters for Business Owners
If you're using X to build authority or drive traffic, your TweepCred score is the gatekeeper. A score below 65 means the algorithm limits your content to just 3 posts eligible for recommendation, regardless of how good the content is.
Many business accounts unknowingly operate below this threshold. Common patterns that tank scores include: mass-following to build numbers (destroys your ratio), posting only links (link penalty plus low engagement), never replying to comments (missing the 75x signal), and posting sporadically (inconsistency signals low commitment).
The fix is straightforward once you know the weights. Prioritize conversations over broadcasting. Reply to everyone who replies to you. Keep your follower-to-following ratio above 2:1. Post 2-3 times daily with consistent topic focus. These changes can move your score above the threshold in weeks, not months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I see my actual TweepCred score on X? add
No. X does not display your TweepCred score anywhere in the app or analytics dashboard. The score exists internally as part of the Phoenix recommendation system. This calculator estimates your score based on the known factors from the open-sourced algorithm code, but the actual calculation runs across X's full social graph using PageRank, which no external tool can replicate exactly.
What happens if my score is below 65? add
Below 65, only 3 of your tweets are eligible for algorithmic distribution at any given time. This means the algorithm will only consider recommending your 3 most recent qualifying posts to non-followers. Your content still appears in your followers' chronological feeds, but it's effectively invisible to the recommendation engine that drives the majority of impressions on X.
How quickly can I improve my TweepCred score? add
The biggest levers are engagement quality and author reply behavior. Start replying to every comment on your posts (75x signal) and focus on writing posts that generate replies rather than just likes (replies are 13.5x a like). Cleaning up your follower-to-following ratio by unfollowing non-reciprocal accounts can also move the needle quickly. Most accounts see meaningful changes within 2-4 weeks of consistent behavior change.
Does X Premium actually help my score? add
Yes. The Phoenix source code confirms a 4x boost for in-network distribution (your content shown to people who already follow you). Premium also adds +4 to +16 points to your TweepCred score depending on your other metrics. For accounts near the 65 threshold, Premium alone can push you above it. At $8/month, the cost per additional impression is lower than any paid ad on the platform.
Why does the calculator ask about topic consistency? add
Phoenix uses Grok to read the actual content of your posts and cluster you by topic. When you post consistently about one subject, the algorithm can match you to relevant audiences and conversation clusters. Accounts that post about unrelated topics confuse the system, resulting in lower distribution scores per post because the algorithm can't identify a target audience for you.
Is this calculator accurate? add
This is an estimate, not an exact score. The real TweepCred calculation uses PageRank across X's entire social graph, which factors in the specific authority of every account that interacts with you. We can't replicate that externally. What this calculator does is model the known factors from the open-sourced Phoenix code, giving you a directional indicator of where you likely stand and which factors to improve. Treat it as a diagnostic tool, not a measurement tool.