The modern internet is ruled by algorithms. When you boot up Instagram, for example, what you see in your feed is strategically sorted by the app's AI based on your past activity to keep you engaged ...

In 2025, the Instagram algorithm has become more advanced than ever, using artificial intelligence and machine learning to decide what content users see in their Feeds, Reels, Stories, Explore pages, ...

Instagram is pulling back the curtain a bit on why you see what you see in Reels—and letting people tweak it. On Wednesday, Instagram launched “Your Algorithm” in the U.S., a new Reels product that ...

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Does it ever feel like your social media feed just doesn’t get you? Or that it keeps leading your kids down unhealthy rabbit holes? You don’t have to put up with it anymore. Instagram has released a ...

Instagram is rolling out a new update that addresses a long-standing frustration among users. The Reels algorithm is finally becoming more transparent and customizable. Users can now manually select ...

Instagram Reels continues to shape how creators grow, with the Instagram Reels algorithm favoring content that keeps viewers engaged. Using trending audio alongside strong Instagram SEO helps videos ...

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...