Twitter has announced that Android and iOS users can now log into their profiles using Google and Twitter accounts. Apple (this one only on iOS). The feature, which was in beta phase, is now available on Android, iOS devices and also on the web version of the social network (Google login only).

According to the social network, the new feature allows Twitter users to, in addition to logging in using accounts Apple or Google, also link your profile to existing Android or iOS accounts. This will allow you to log in to the app more quickly without having to enter your username and password.

According to the social network, logging in with a Google account is available for all devices, including iPhones. Logging in with a Google account is available for all devices, including iPhones. Apple, however, is not allowed on Android devices or on the web version of Twitter. The company is considering releasing authentication at least for desktops in the future.

The new login boxes are now available on smartphones in Brazil.

Twitter disables fleets

The Twitter update comes the same week as the social network abandoned fleets, its Stories-type publishing platform. According to the company, the tool's deactivation is due to low user adoption.

In place of fleets at the top of the timeline, there will be voice chat rooms from Twitter Spaces. Despite the exclusion of the tool, according to Twitter, some fleet features will be incorporated into the Tweet inbox itself, such as the vertical display of GIFs, as well as the layout for voice messages.

Partnership against disinformation

On Tuesday (3/8), Twitter also announced a partnership with Reuters and Associated Press (AP), two of the largest international news providers, to combat misinformation on its platform. They will help the social network provide more context and credible information on topics that generate a large volume of tweets.

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