Check Your X Visibility
Instantly detect shadowbans, search restrictions, and hidden penalties on any X (Twitter) account.
Understanding Restrictions
Ghost Ban
Account tweets are invisible to others even though they appear normal to the user.
Search Ban
Account does not appear in X search results, even when searched by exact handle.
Reply Deboosting
Replies are hidden behind 'Show more replies' and receive significantly less visibility.
Search Suggestion Ban
Account does not appear in search suggestions or auto-complete when typing the username.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Twitter/X shadowban?
A shadowban is when X (Twitter) silently restricts your account's visibility without notifying you. Your tweets appear normal to you, but other users can't see them in search results, replies, or timelines. There are several types including ghost bans, search bans, reply deboosting, and search suggestion bans.
How does the shadowban checker work?
Our tool queries the X platform in real-time to analyze search indexing, tweet visibility, reply engagement patterns, and suggestion appearance for the given account. It runs four independent checks to detect different types of restrictions.
Can I fix a shadowban on my X account?
Shadowbans on X are usually temporary and can last from a few days to several weeks. To help lift a shadowban: stop any behavior that triggered it (aggressive following, spam-like posting), avoid controversial content temporarily, engage naturally with other users, and wait. There is no guaranteed fix as X doesn't officially acknowledge shadowbans.
What types of shadowbans exist on X (Twitter)?
There are four main types: Ghost Ban (tweets invisible to others), Search Ban (account hidden from search results), Reply Deboosting (replies hidden behind 'Show more'), and Search Suggestion Ban (account doesn't appear in search autocomplete). Each affects visibility differently.
Why should I check for shadowbans before buying an X account?
Shadowbans can severely limit an account's reach and engagement, making it worth significantly less than advertised. A shadowbanned account with 100K followers might only reach a fraction of its audience. Always verify account health before purchasing to avoid paying premium prices for restricted accounts.
Is the shadowban check free?
Yes, the PlayerSells Shadowban Checker is completely free to use with no registration required. You can check as many accounts as you want.