X (Twitter)
Official
Mission Statement
To promote and protect the public conversation — to be the town square of the internet.
Connection
Purpose & Meaning
X (Twitter) is a social media platform formerly known as Twitter now rebranded as X.
Technology & Software
Headquartered in:
United States
Year founded:
2006
Private
Established
1,001–5,000
employees
Mission Themes
Connection
Bringing people closer emotionally or socially.
Purpose & Meaning
Helping people find meaning, fulfilment, or direction in life.
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The
X (Twitter)
mission statement was last checked on
January 15, 2026