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Instagram Tests ‘Tune Your Algorithm’ to Let Users Pick Topics in Reels

The limited test gives people direct, topic-based control over recommendations.

Overview

  • Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced the experiment and shared a screenshot of the new “Tune Your Algorithm” interface on Threads.
  • The feature launches on Reels first with plans to expand to the Explore tab, and Instagram has not detailed who is in the test or when a wider rollout could happen.
  • Participants can add or remove suggested topics to shape what they see, offering a clearer feedback signal than watch time or likes.
  • The new control builds on existing options like Not Interested and sensitivity settings by enabling proactive personalization.
  • Meta is exploring a similar approach for Threads, inspired by users’ recent posts playfully addressing “the algorithm” to find like-minded people.