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Reset the Algorithm
Every 3 mo, delete history + watched + watch only specific content 1 week. Algorithm relearns from scratch.
Goal
Clear what algorithm thinks you like, give it new picture of you.
Steps
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YouTube/TikTok/Instagram: Settings > History > Clear all.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Feed changes radically within days.
Evidence base
School: Algorithm Studies
Founders: Zeynep Tufekci · Tristan Harris (2018)
Zeynep Tufekci's "Twitter and Tear Gas" 2017 and Harris's Center for Humane Technology recommend "algorithm hygiene" as basic digital right.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Reset the Algorithm" take?
This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced solo in a Action format.
When will I notice the effect of "Reset the Algorithm"?
Feed changes radically within days. In the short term: You discover content type you weren't seeing before.
Is "Reset the Algorithm" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Algorithm Studies (Zeynep Tufekci, Tristan Harris (2018)). Zeynep Tufekci's "Twitter and Tear Gas" 2017 and Harris's Center for Humane Technology recommend "algorithm hygiene" as basic digital right.
Is "Reset the Algorithm" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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