Tell HN: t.co is adding a five-second delay to some domains

Article summary

Twitter's link shortener, t.co, is adding a 5-second delay to links from certain domains, including NYTimes.com and threads.net. This delay is consistent and appears to be deliberate. The delay occurs when clicking on links from these domains on Twitter, but not when accessing the sites directly. The reason for the delay is unclear.

Main themes

• Twitter's link shortener policy
• Net neutrality
• User experience
• Company priorities
• Technical issues
• Social media management

What commenters say

• The delay is likely a deliberate attempt to discourage users from leaving Twitter and visiting other websites.
• The delay could be due to technical issues or analytics tracking, rather than a malicious intent.
• Twitter's actions may be a violation of net neutrality principles, although the company is not an internet service provider.
• The delay is a minor issue and users can simply leave Twitter if they disagree with the company's actions.
• The delay may be intended to increase user engagement and ad revenue on Twitter.
• Some users are concerned that the delay is an example of a company prioritizing its own interests over user experience.
• The issue highlights the importance of testing and verifying claims before jumping to conclusions.
• The delay may be a sign of a larger problem with Twitter's management and priorities.