Meta is introducing a new feature for Facebook called "Your Algorithm". Users can now indicate in their own words which topics they'd like to see more or less of in their feed and on Reels. The recommendations should then adjust immediately.
The feature complements existing signals like likes, comments, watch time, and the "Interested" or "Not interested" choices. That gives users more direct influence over the content the algorithm recommends to them.
For media outlets and content creators, the change could mean that clearly identifiable topics, unambiguous descriptions, and recurring format names become even more important. For example, anyone who regularly publishes content under titles like "New Turkish Music" or "German-Turkish Newcomers" makes it clearer to the recommendation system which interests the format is relevant for.
"Your Algorithm" was initially announced for Facebook. A corresponding feature for Instagram Reels has not yet been confirmed.
Source: Meta