High school calculus is probably the last time you had to think about algorithms—if you’re lucky, that is. But for performers and content creators alike, there’s a new algorithm to worry about: ...

Instagram is updating its algorithm to enhance child safety. Accounts featuring children will no longer be recommended to “potentially suspicious adults,” with additional features hiding comments and ...

Instagram s algorithm is one of the most talked-about and misunderstood features of the platform. In 2025, with over 2.5 billion monthly active users worldwide, Instagram continues to be a major hub ...

Crack the code of Instagram’s 2026 algorithm with insider secrets and proven IG engagement tips to maximize your content’s reach and visibility. Pixabay, ALUREAN Instagram's algorithm has always been ...

Instagram is introducing a new tool that lets you see and control your algorithm, starting with Reels, the company announced on Wednesday. The new tool, called “Your Algorithm,” lets you view the ...

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In a move that will please some of Instagram’s critics, the company will now allow users to reset the recommendation system that powers what they see in their feeds. “We want to make sure everyone on ...

One thing many Instagram users, and social media users in general, would want is control over the hidden algorithm that's constantly on the lookout for what new content to feed. While absolute control ...

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, ...

Social media algorithms driven by AI shape far more than what appears on our screens, including how we think, feel, and ...

Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Welcome to the fascinating world of Instagram stories. If you use Instagram, you’ve probably shared or watched these fun, short videos ...

Tired of polished posts getting ignored? It’s not the algorithm—it’s engagement. Learn how to spark real interaction on Instagram that actually grows your reach. It’s not just frustrating. It’s ...