Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pick of the Twitter?

Pick of the Twitter is a free service that selects specific "tweets" (posts) from the public timeline of the messaging service Twitter.

Why does this exist?

Not all tweets are created equal and Pick of the Twitter strives to publicly recognize the cream of the crop.

Do I need to sign up for an account?

No. As long as you use Twitter, your tweets are eligible to be Picked.

How often are tweets Picked?

We Pick one tweet per hour, 24x7x365. All times are in UTC.

Will you tell me your Picking methodology?

No. Our algorithm was inspired by the work of Doug Zongker.

My tweet was Picked! Now what?

Celebrate! Your tweet was Picked over all other tweets worldwide. You now have tangible proof of your greatness.

Do I get something more than just recognition for having my tweet Picked?

Not now. Maybe later.

How can I contact Pick of the Twitter?

Follow us on Twitter @PickoftheTwitr or go old school: contact [at] pickofthetwitter dot com.

Who is behind this?

Pick of the Twitter was created by infūz, a full service interactive agency in St. Louis, Missouri.

Is Pick of the Twitter affiliated with Twitter?

No.