X (Twitter) API
Integration
Streamline your X marketing with Late's robust API. Schedule tweets and posts, manage multiple accounts, and reach millions of users with enterprise-grade reliability.
Why Choose Late for X (Twitter)?
Real-Time Engagement
Schedule tweets for maximum engagement and trending moments. Join conversations at the right time with automated, timely posting.
X API v2
Official X API v2 integration with full support for tweets, media uploads, threads, and all modern X platform features.
Viral Optimization
Built for viral content distribution with hashtag optimization, trend analysis, and optimal posting time recommendations.
How X Integration Works
Connect X Account
Authenticate your X account through X's OAuth 2.0. Secure permissions for tweet posting and account management.
Craft & Schedule
Create tweets with media, hashtags, and mentions. Schedule single tweets or complete thread series.
Auto-Post
Your tweets automatically publish at the scheduled time. Engage with trending topics and maintain consistent presence.
Get Started in Minutes
Schedule a Tweet
JavaScriptconst response = await fetch('https://getlate.dev/api/v1/posts', {
method: 'POST',
headers: {
'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
'Content-Type': 'application/json'
},
body: JSON.stringify({
platforms: [{
platform: 'twitter',
accountId: 'your-x-account-id'
}],
content: 'Building the future with APIs! 🚀 #TechTrends #API #Innovation',
mediaItems: [{
type: 'image',
url: 'https://your-tweet-image.jpg'
}],
scheduledFor: '2024-01-15T12:00:00Z'
})
});
const result = await response.json();
console.log('Tweet scheduled:', result.id);X Marketing Benefits
Viral Potential
Maximize your content's viral potential with optimal timing and hashtag strategies. Reach millions through retweets and engagement.
Real-Time Conversations
Join trending conversations and breaking news discussions instantly. Schedule tweets to coincide with events and trends.
Developer Optimized
Built for developers with rate limiting, error handling, and webhooks. Scale your X automation with confidence.
X Features Supported
- Text tweets and threads
- Image and video uploads
- GIF and media attachments
- Hashtag optimization
- User mentions and replies
- Scheduled publishing
- Real-time analytics
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Twitter/X threads work?
Create Twitter threads using platformSpecificData.threadItems in your API request. Each item becomes a connected reply in the thread, perfect for longer-form content.
What's the character limit for X posts?
X (Twitter) has a 280 character limit for posts. Late automatically validates content length and will truncate or warn if your content exceeds the limit. Premium X accounts may have higher limits.
Can I attach media to X posts?
Yes! X supports up to 4 images per post or 1 video. Late handles media optimization and upload automatically. Videos can be up to 2 minutes and 20 seconds for most accounts.
Can I schedule X posts with other platforms?
Absolutely! Late's unified API lets you post to X alongside 9 other platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Threads, Reddit, Pinterest, Bluesky) in a single API call.
How do mentions and hashtags work on X?
Include @mentions and #hashtags directly in your post content. Late preserves all formatting and ensures proper linking. Use hashtags strategically as they count toward the 280 character limit.
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