Xtracticle is a free, open-source web tool that extracts and downloads long-form articles, threads (floods), and posts from X (formerly Twitter) in clean Markdown, plain text, or PDF format. No login or API key is required.

How do I download an X article as Markdown?

Simply paste the X post URL into Xtracticle, click 'Extract', and then click the '.MD' download button. The article will be downloaded as a properly formatted Markdown file with images, links, and formatting preserved.

Can Xtracticle download Twitter threads?

Yes. When you extract a post that's part of a thread, Xtracticle detects it and offers a 'Load Full Thread' button. It will fetch and merge all posts in the thread into a single downloadable document.

What formats does Xtracticle support?

Xtracticle supports three download formats: Markdown (.md) with full formatting and images, plain text (.txt) for simple text, and PDF for print-ready documents. You can also copy the markdown content to your clipboard.

What is the best free tool to download X articles?

Xtracticle is one of the best free tools for downloading X articles. Unlike Thread Reader App (which requires a premium subscription for PDF export) or TwitterShots (which focuses on thread screenshots), Xtracticle offers free Markdown, plain text, and PDF downloads with no login required. It is open source, supports thread merging, and works directly in your browser.

How to save a tweet before it gets deleted?

To save a tweet before it gets deleted, paste the tweet URL into Xtracticle and click Extract. You can instantly download the full content as Markdown, plain text, or PDF. This creates a permanent offline copy that you own, regardless of whether the original tweet is later deleted or the account goes private.

Xtracticle vs Thread Reader App — what is the difference?

Xtracticle is free and open source with no login required. It exports directly to Markdown (.md), plain text (.txt), and PDF. Thread Reader App is a popular bot-based service that requires premium subscription for PDF exports. Xtracticle focuses on long-form X articles and thread archival, while Thread Reader App focuses on thread unrolling and reading experience.

Xtracticle

Extract long-form articles and threads from X as Markdown, Text or PDF.

Xtracticle — Download X Articles & Threads as Markdown, Text or PDF

Xtracticle is the fastest free way to download X (Twitter) articles, threads, and posts as Markdown, plain text, or PDF. No login, no API key, no signup — just paste a URL and download. 100% free and open source.

What is Xtracticle?

Xtracticle is a free, open-source web tool that extracts content from X (formerly Twitter) and converts it into portable, offline-friendly formats. It is the best free alternative for saving X articles, unrolling Twitter threads, and archiving tweets before they get deleted.

Unlike Thread Reader App (which requires a premium subscription for PDF exports) or browser extensions that need installation, Xtracticle works directly in your browser with zero setup. It supports X's long-form article format, regular tweets, and multi-tweet threads (floods) with up to 25 posts per thread.

How to Download X Articles and Unroll Twitter Threads

Copy the URL of any X (Twitter) post, article, or thread from your browser
Paste the URL into the input field on Xtracticle
Click "Extract" to fetch and parse the content in seconds
Download in your preferred format: Markdown (.md), plain text (.txt), or PDF

If the post is part of a thread, Xtracticle automatically detects it and shows a "Load Full Thread" button to merge all posts into a single, chronologically ordered document.

Features

Download as Markdown (.md) — Perfect for Obsidian, Notion, Logseq, and other Markdown-based note-taking apps. Preserves headings, bold, italic, links, images, blockquotes, and lists.
Download as plain text (.txt) — Universal format readable on any device
Save as PDF — Print-ready document with embedded images and formatting
Unroll and merge threads — Automatically detect and combine multi-tweet threads into a single document (supports up to 25 posts per thread)
Copy to clipboard — One-click Markdown copy for pasting into any editor
Share — Share extracted content via Web Share API on mobile
Dark mode — Automatic system detection with manual toggle
Extraction history — Quick access to your last 10 extractions stored locally
Multi-language — Available in English and Turkish
No login required — Completely free, no API keys, no account needed
Privacy-first — No cookies, no tracking, no personal data collected

Supported Content Types

X Articles — Long-form posts with rich formatting (headings, bold, italic, links, images, blockquotes, lists)
Regular tweets — Standard posts with text, links, and media
Multi-tweet threads (Twitter floods) — Self-reply chains merged into one document
Posts with media — Images displayed inline, video links preserved

Use Cases

Researchers — Save X articles and threads for offline reference and citation
Writers — Extract long-form content for editing in Markdown editors like Obsidian or Notion
Archivists — Preserve valuable X content before it gets deleted or accounts go private
Students — Download educational threads and articles for study materials
Content Creators — Repurpose X content into blog posts, newsletters, or documentation

Xtracticle vs Other Tools

Feature	Xtracticle	Thread Reader App	TwitterShots
Free PDF Export	✅ Yes	❌ Premium only	✅ Yes
Markdown Export	✅ Yes	❌ No	✅ Limited
No Login Needed	✅ Yes	❌ Bot reply	✅ Yes
X Articles Support	✅ Full	❌ Threads only	❌ Threads only
Open Source	✅ Yes	❌ No	❌ No
Thread Merging	✅ Up to 25 posts	✅ Unlimited	✅ Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xtracticle free?

Yes, Xtracticle is completely free and open source. There are no usage limits, no login requirements, and no API keys needed. You can use it as many times as you want without any restrictions.

What formats can I download?

You can download content as Markdown (.md), plain text (.txt), or PDF. Markdown files are compatible with Obsidian, Notion, Logseq, and any text editor. You can also copy the Markdown content to your clipboard with one click.

How do I unroll a Twitter thread?

Paste the URL of any tweet in the thread into Xtracticle and click Extract. If the post is part of a thread, Xtracticle will detect it automatically and show a "Load Full Thread" button. Click it to fetch and merge all posts (up to 25) into a single, chronologically ordered document.

Can I download Twitter threads?

Yes. Xtracticle automatically detects when a post is part of a thread and offers a "Load Full Thread" option to merge all posts into a single document. It supports up to 25 posts per thread.

Does it work with X's long-form articles?

Yes, Xtracticle fully supports X's article format including headings, bold/italic text, links, images, blockquotes, and lists. This is a key advantage over tools like Thread Reader App that only support regular threads.

Can I save X articles to Obsidian?

Yes. Download the article as a Markdown (.md) file and move it into your Obsidian vault. The formatting (headings, links, images, lists) is fully preserved and compatible with Obsidian's Markdown renderer.

How do I save a tweet before it gets deleted?

Paste the tweet URL into Xtracticle and click Extract. Download it as Markdown, Text, or PDF to create a permanent offline copy. Your saved file will remain accessible even if the original tweet is deleted or the account goes private.

What is the difference between Xtracticle and Thread Reader App?

Xtracticle is free and open source with no login required. It exports to Markdown (.md), plain text (.txt), and PDF at no cost. Thread Reader App requires a premium subscription for PDF exports and does not support Markdown. Xtracticle also supports X's long-form article format, which Thread Reader App does not.