Coming Soon! You Can Finally Reset Your Teen’s Instagram Algorithm
When I was at my lowest, my Instagram feed was a constant stream of anxiety, depression, and eating disorder content. It felt like I couldn’t escape it, and it only made things worse.
Now, Instagram is testing a new feature to reset your algorithm, giving you a fresh start without needing to make a new account. This simple change could have made a huge difference in my life back then, and it’s a powerful tool for our kids today. Its not rolled out for EVERYONE yet, but if you have access, it’s worth a try!
Here’s how to do it:
Open Instagram settings.
Tap Content Preferences under "What You See."
Select Reset Suggested Content and confirm.
It’s that easy. After the reset, your feed will start fresh, and the algorithm will relearn based on what you interact with moving forward.
Parents, teach your kids how to use this! It’s a small step that can change the game!
Happy Scrolling,
Larissa (Larz)