Nitter, XCancel shut down after X sends cease-and-desist

· Andy Baio · Aug. 26, 2026, 5:45 p.m.
Summary
The blog post discusses the recent shutdown of Nitter and XCancel following cease-and-desist orders from X (Twitter). It highlights the significance of these privacy-friendly frontends for users who prefer to view Twitter content without needing an account.