AUTH
Sign in to X.
Syntax
X service Private message/msg X AUTH <account> <password> [TOTP-or-recovery-code]Also available as: LOGIN.
Required access
- Everyone
How it works
Use your account name, even if your nickname differs.
Signing in restores eligible +o/+v in joined channels; restrictions still apply.
The network account-session limit applies.
Forgotten password: Use FORGOTPASS <account> <registered-email>.
Use verified TLS; password commands follow the network TLS policy.
For SASL PLAIN on an account with TOTP, append :code to the password. A fresh authenticator or unused recovery code is required.
Parameters
- account
- Your X account name; it may differ from your nickname.
- password
- A private account password. Replace the placeholder before sending privately.
Example commands
/msg X AUTH account <password>This command can contain private credentials or a confirmation code. Send it privately to the intended service. Copy buttons never execute commands.
If it is refused
- Authentication failed.
- Account connection policy, TOTP, certificate policy or session limits can refuse sign-in.
Reviewed 27 September 2026. Current service settings and access checks apply. For the service’s current help, use /msg X HELP AUTH.