"I Didn't Delete It": Chaos on X as Users Report Mysterious Disappearance of Posts

On April 29, 2026, the phrase "I didn't delete it" (keshitenai) began trending on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), sparking widespread confusion. Numerous users are reporting that their past posts and replies have vanished from their timelines despite not performing any deletion actions themselves.

The reported disappearances cover a wide range of content. Beyond simple text posts, users have noted the loss of carefully crafted illustrations, cherished photos, important livestream announcements, and direct replies to specific users. All of these appear to have been hidden or deleted against the users' intentions.

The platform has been flooded with perplexed comments such as "Is this a bug?", "The photo I posted yesterday is gone," and "I can't even see my own posts when I try to quote them." Some users were so bewildered they even questioned if they had accidentally deleted posts while sleepwalking, highlighting the inexplicable nature of the phenomenon.

The issue has impacted high-profile accounts as well. Touya Kenmochi, a popular VTuber from the agency Nijisanji, reacted to the disappearance of his livestream announcement by posting, "I didn't delete it, and I didn't do anything that would cause it to disappear." While he added a touch of humor by likening the situation to the work of "outside forces," his message underscored the abnormality of the situation.

Alongside the missing posts, many users have pointed out general system instability, including slow loading times and frequent errors. While there has been no official announcement from X's management as of yet, most users suspect a massive system bug. The community is now anxiously awaiting a fix and an explanation for the cause.

The context

Technical glitches and "shadow" deletions have become a recurring topic of concern on X since its acquisition and rebranding. In Japan, X serves as a vital infrastructure for the creator community, particularly for illustrators and VTubers (Virtual YouTubers) who rely on the platform for portfolio display and real-time audience engagement. Nijisanji, mentioned in the article, is one of the world's leading VTuber agencies with a massive international following. When technical issues affect these creators, it often results in major trending topics in Japan, as their fanbases are among the most active users on the platform. The phrase "Keshitenai" (消してない) trending highlights a specific anxiety among users regarding the reliability of their digital archives and professional communications.

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