Meta takes a bold step in reshaping its relationship with politics on its platforms, aiming to address concerns about the spread of divisive content. Users now have the power to limit algorithmically-driven political suggestions on both Threads and Instagram. The move comes amidst Meta’s efforts to redefine its image and foster a more positive user experience. By defining political content broadly as discussions about governments, elections, and societal issues, Meta aims to offer users greater control over their feeds. This new feature, automatically activated by default, restricts political content recommendations in Explore, Reels, and suggested user lists. While users can opt out of this setting in their Instagram preferences, the company emphasizes that it aims to strike a balance, ensuring that users can still engage with political content from accounts they choose to follow. As Meta continues its journey towards a more inclusive digital environment, users can expect these changes to influence their browsing experience on both Instagram and Threads.
