Getting Started

Twitter is happening.

Follow everything from breaking news and entertainment, to sports, politics, and everyday interests. Then, join the conversation.

Sports

Get real-time updates on every goal, touchdown, basket, home run, victory, defeat, unbelievable game-changing play.

News

Follow news as it breaks — wherever it breaks.

Events

Pop into an event from anywhere in the world by streaming it LIVE; and then talk about it with other fans as it's happening.

It all begins with a Tweet. Join or start any conversation in the world with a simple Tweet. Find more tips about posting a Tweet.

Retweet

See something you like? Retweet it to spread the word instantly. Read more about Retweeting another Tweet.

Follow

Never miss an update from the people that matter to you. Building your timeline all starts with a follow.

Search

Wondering what something is all about? Search and see the conversation unfold live. Find more tips in our Using Twitter search article.

Hashtag

Wondering what everyone’s talking about? Click on a hashtag and find out. Hashtags connect Tweets that talk about the same thing in one place. Learn more about how to use hashtags.

Join Twitter today

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