How do I reset my Facebook algorithm?
To influence the Facebook algorithm and modify the content you see, you cannot entirely "reset" it, but you can manage your experience by following these steps:
Manage Snoozing and Hiding: Visit
Settings
→Privacy
→Settings
→News Feed Preferences
. Use the 'Hide Post', 'Snooze', and 'Report' features to indicate which content you find irrelevant or unwanted.Follow and Engage: Actively follow and engage with accounts that align with your interests. Likes, shares, comments, and interactions signal to the algorithm what kind of content you enjoy.
Use Lists: Create custom friend lists to organize contacts according to your preference. By interacting with members of these lists, you teach the algorithm whom you wish to see more frequently.
Adjust Timelines: Switch between 'Top Stories' and 'Recent Stories' views in your news feed to gain more control over the chronology of posts displayed.
Favorites and Unfollow: Add preferred profiles and pages to your 'Favorites' list within
Settings & Privacy
→News Feed Preferences
, helping ensure their content ranks high in your feed. Additionally, unfollow undesired connections without unfriending them.Review Ad Preferences: Check
Settings
→Ad Preferences
to view and edit topics that inform advertiser targeting. Modify these topics to reflect your genuine interests.
Remember, the Facebook algorithm learns from your behavior, so consistently engaging with desired content and managing unwelcome content helps shape future experiences.