Hey fellow builders and developers!

I'm super stoked to finally share what we've been cooking up! PlugMonkey's XUnfollow Pro is a Chrome extension that lets you quickly clean up your 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) following list with advanced search and filters and bulk unfollow options. After a few late nights fueled by coffee (and maybe a few too many debugging sessions), it's officially live and you can grab it from the Google Chrome Web Store! 🎉

XUnfollow Pro Usage Screenshot

Why I Built XUnfollow Pro (The Builder's Story)

Over at PlugMonkey Agency, my small team and I are passionate about building useful tools with Chrome extensions. The idea for this one hit me personally – I was drowning in my 𝕏 (X.com - formerly Twitter) feed with too much irrelevant content due to the large number of people I've followed over time as a Twitter user since 2007. Sound familiar?

Being part of the awesome tech and #buildinpublic communities on 𝕏 means following a ton of smart people. But let's be real, that feed can get really noisy. I kept missing important stuff and the thought of manually unfollowing accounts? Yeah, no thanks.

That's why, under the PlugMonkey brand, I decided to tackle this problem. PlugMonkey is a space to solve problems and build automations or tools that help us achieve our desired outcomes more easily.

So, like any good developer, my first instinct was to automate the pain away. I wanted a simple tool to filter the noise and get my feed back under control. And that's not all we do at PlugMonkey – if you ever have an idea for a custom Chrome extension or need help with AI automation, feel free to reach out!

That's the story behind PlugMonkey's XUnfollow Pro – built by me (and the awesome team at PlugMonkey!), for you and anyone else facing this issue!

Who is XUnfollow Pro For? (Calling All Productivity Nerds!)

This isn't just a tool for me; it's for anyone who actively uses 𝕏 in the Dev.to community who geeks out about productivity and wants a cleaner 𝕏 experience. If any of this resonates with you, give it a shot:

  • Productivity junkies: You're constantly on the hunt for ways to streamline your workflow and kill distractions.
  • Creators and Influencers: You need to manage your following effectively to stay connected and focused.
  • Social Media Managers: You juggle multiple accounts and need efficient feed management.
  • Ghostwriters handling client 𝕏: Looking for a better way to organize and refine followings.
  • Community Managers: Want to stay on top of relevant conversations without the endless scroll.
  • Tech enthusiasts and early adopters: Always curious about tools that can level up your digital life.
  • Anyone with a serious 𝕏 presence: You know the pain of a sprawling following list.

Basically, if you've ever muttered, "There's gotta be a better way to deal with this 𝕏 feed," then PlugMonkey's XUnfollow Pro might just be your new favorite sidekick.

What Does XUnfollow Pro Do? (The Techy Bits)

Here's a quick rundown of the features we've packed into this extension:

  • Account Management:
    • Easy peasy viewing of all your followed accounts.
    • One-click unfollow/follow action.
    • Account Protection: Mark important accounts to avoid accidentally unfollowing – we've all been there!
    • Hide Following Back: Option to clean up the view by hiding those who follow you back.
    • Bulk Unfollow (PRO): Unleash the power to unfollow multiple accounts at once based on your filters.
  • Advanced Filtering (The Smart Stuff):
    • Search: Find accounts by name, username, or even keywords in their bio.
    • Filter by Follower Count: Target accounts based on their follower numbers.
    • Filter by Last Post Date: Spot and unfollow those inactive accounts that are just taking up space.
    • Combine Filters: Get super granular with your criteria for ultimate feed control.
  • User-Friendly Interface (Designed for Smoothness):
    • Clean and responsive modal UI that integrates seamlessly with 𝕏 (X.com - formerly Twitter).
    • Simple management of your protected accounts.
    • Clear progress indicators so you know what's happening under the hood.

How Does It Work? (Simple as 1, 2, 3, 4)

We wanted to make this extension dead simple to use:

  1. Install It: Grab it from the Chrome Web Store and click install.
  2. Go to Your 𝕏 Profile: Navigate to your profile page on 𝕏 (X.com - formerly Twitter).
  3. Open PlugMonkey: You'll spot a button right on your profile page to fire up the extension. Give it a click!
  4. Manage Away:
    • Browse, search, and filter your followed accounts.
    • Unfollow individuals with a single click.
    • Use the bulk unfollow (PRO) after you've set your filters – just be sure to double-check 'em!
    • Hit that protect button for accounts you definitely want to keep following.

What's Next? (Your Feedback Powers the Build!)

This is just the beginning for PlugMonkey's journey, with XUnfollow Pro. I'm eager to hear your feedback, bug reports, and any cool feature or Chrome extension ideas you might have. Your input will directly influence what we work on next.

Ready to finally get your 𝕏 (X.com - formerly Twitter) feed in order? Download PlugMonkey's XUnfollow Pro from the Chrome Web Store today!

Let me know what you think in the comments below! I'm excited to see how this tool helps you build a more focused and productive 𝕏 experience.

And hey, if you've got any thoughts or feedback after trying it out, please don't hesitate to share them in the comments below. I'm always looking to learn and improve!

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