Fans mock Metro Boomin for celebrating “likes finally private” on Twitter

X (formerly Twitter) announced that from now on, all likes on the platform will be hidden from public view. This change means that only the post's author and the user who liked it will be able to see the like.

The platform states that the update aims to "better protect your privacy," and increase interaction, allowing users to freely like content they wish to engage with more, without concerns about others observing their activity.

The update has sparked varied reactions, with many believing it will negatively impact the user experience. However, some, such as Metro Boomin, are delighted with the change.

The producer shared his opinion on the update with his followers today, stating, "Likes finally private," accompanied by a string of fire emojis.

Evidently, he eagerly anticipates making the most of his increased privacy. Consequently, fans are bombarding him with inquiries and playful remarks about what he might be concealing.

"Tf you plottin?" one Twitter user ponders in his comments section.

Another commenter asks, "Why are you happy about it?"

Twitter’s latest update makes likes private and allows pornographic content

Twitter's recent update follows closely on the heels of the platform's announcement allowing explicit content under its revised policy.

Now, users can freely post content as long as it is "properly labeled and not prominently displayed."

Many fans speculate that Metro Boomin's excitement could be related to this. While unconfirmed, some have already jokingly nicknamed him "Freaky Boomin."