Pulling Twitter follower data sounds simple — until you actually try to do it.
I was working on a project that required analyzing the follower list of a public Twitter account. Nothing too complex — just a clean list of usernames, bios, and some profile stats for research and comparison. My first instinct was to code it myself and call Twitter’s API like I used to.
But things have changed. Twitter’s free API is no longer what it used to be — and if you want meaningful data, you’re asked to pay a steep price.
Arif Akdogan
Why You Can’t Access Twitter Followers Without Paying for API Access
Like many developers, I assumed I could use a simple API call to pull the follower list. That used to be possible. But since Twitter (now X) changed its API policy, things have become more restricted — and far more expensive.
When I started coding the solution, I quickly realized that the GET /2/users/:id/followers endpoint was locked behind Elevated or Enterprise-level access.
To get it, I had to go through Twitter’s official API application process.
The High Barrier of Twitter API Pricing Plans
I headed over to developer.twitter.com and began the application. Here’s what it involved:
➡️ Applying for Elevated Access under one of the paid tiers
➡️ Filling out detailed forms and describing my use case
➡️ Waiting for approval, which isn't guaranteed
But here's the kicker: once you’re approved, the Basic plan costs $200/month — and it doesn’t even provide full follower data. To actually extract large-scale data like followers or followings, you need the Pro plan, which costs a staggering $5,000/month.
You can see the breakdown yourself below:
📊 Twitter API pricing and access limits as of 2025. Extracting followers requires Pro or Enterprise access.
For a one-time task or side project, this wasn’t feasible. So I started searching for alternatives.
The Smarter Way to Extract Twitter Followers Without API Access
That’s when I discovered Circleboom Twitter — a platform that completely changed my approach.
Circleboom is an official partner of Twitter/X and uses the Enterprise API under the hood. That means it’s fully authorized to access and deliver follower data, without requiring you to apply for access, write code, or pay thousands of dollars.
It was exactly what I needed: fast, safe, and code-free.
How to Export Twitter Followers Without Coding (Using Circleboom)
Circleboom gave me exactly what I needed — and even more. What I love is that it offers two different ways to extract followers from any public Twitter account:
Method 1: Use the “Export List of Followers on Twitter” Tool (No Login Needed)
If you just want to export someone’s followers quickly — no signup, no dashboard navigation — Circleboom offers a dedicated public page for it. I
It’s fast, open to everyone, and doesn’t require connecting your Twitter account.
Here’s how to use it:
Step #1: First, navigate to the Circleboom "Export Twitter Followers List" window.
Here, you’ll need to enter the Twitter username of the account whose follower list you want to export. This can be your own account or any other Twitter user’s account. After entering the username, click the 'Search' button.
Step #2: Circleboom offers two options: you can export either the followers or the following list of the account you searched for.
In this case, since we only want to export the follower list, select "Export Twitter/X Followers" and click 'Next'.
Step #3: Circleboom will send the exported follower list to your email in a CSV format. Enter your email address in the provided field and click 'Next'.
Step #4: Congratulations! Circleboom will send you the follower list of the account you searched for in just a few minutes.
You’ll now have access to all the details of the account’s followers in a downloadable CSV file.
🔹 Best for: When you just need the data, quick and easy.
Method 2: Export Followers Inside Circleboom’s Dashboard (With Actionable Insights)
If you also want to take action on the followers — like following them, adding them to Twitter lists, or analyzing their profiles — the best way is through Circleboom’s internal dashboard.
Here’s how to do it step by step:
Step #1: After logging into Circleboom Twitter and connecting your Twitter handle with the platform, navigate to the left menu.
From there, choose "Account search" under the "Search" tab.
Step #2: Write down the handle of the profile that you'd like to export the followers of.
You can also go for that account's followings.
Step #3: You'll see the accounts listed before you. You can filter, sort, and select users based on interest, activity, location, or other criteria.
Then, you can export the list of followers of that profile you chose with a single click.
Or, take action directly: Follow them, add to lists, or mark them for future engagement.
🔹 Best for: Marketers, researchers, or anyone who wants more than just a spreadsheet — and needs engagement tools too.
Why Both Options Are Useful
🟢 Quick Export Tool is perfect when you want to get the data and move on.
🔵 Dashboard Export is better when you want to interact with the accounts or apply filters before exporting.
Both options rely on Circleboom’s official Twitter partnership and enterprise-level API access, so they’re reliable, fast, and safe.
Final Thoughts: Stop Struggling with Twitter API Limits
In 2025, getting access to Twitter’s follower data isn’t simple — and it definitely isn’t cheap. Between API caps, monthly fees, and complex setup, most people will find themselves stuck.
If you want to extract followers from any public Twitter account — whether for research, marketing, competitive analysis, or influencer targeting — Circleboom is the best solution.
It’s safe, fast, and gives you access to what the official API hides behind a paywall.
