How to Reset TikTok Algorithm: 3 Best Ways
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Method 1. Clear Cache on TikTok
Step 1: LaunchTikTokand go to theProfiletab from the bottom navigation.
Step 2: On the Profile tab, tap on thehamburger menu iconat the top right.
Step 3: From the bottom sheet, selectSettings and privacy.
Step 3: Scroll to the Cache & Cellular section and selectFree up space.
Step 4: Under Free up space, tapClearnext to Cache > tapClearto confirm.
That’s it. When you clear the cache on TikTok, it will free up storage space on your device. But it won’t have any effect on your TikTok experience. To know more, check our explainer onwhat happens when you clear TikTok cache.
Method 2. Dislike Videos to Reset TikTok’s For You Page
Step 1: LaunchTikTok, and under the For You section, press and hold avideo.
Step 2: From the bottom sheet, selectNot interested.
By doing this, you have informed TikTok that you are not interested in the content from a specific video or profile. If TikTok’s algorithm still recommends content from the account, repeat the above steps a few times. It takes some time for TikTok to figure out the pattern and adjust the algorithm accordingly.
Also read:Why is TikTok lagging on Android or iPhone and how to fix it
Method 3. Unfollow TikTok Accounts You Don’t Like
Sometimes,unfollowing accountsyou no longer enjoy watching may trigger the algorithm to refresh your recommendations. Follow the instructions below.
Step 1: LaunchTikTok, and from the Home, go to theProfiletab from the bottom navigation.
Step 2: On the Profile tab, go toFollowing.
Step 3: Under Following,unfollowthe account that is irrelevant to you.
This change will let the TikTok algorithm understand that you are no longer interested in the content of the account you unfollowed.
Now that you have removed or at least made the TikTok algorithm realize that you are not interested in the kind of content it recommends, re-create a unique ‘For Your Page (FYP)’ on TikTok.
How to Create a Unique For Your Page (FYP)
To make TikTok’s algorithm recommend content based on your preferences or to create a unique FYP, you need to train it by liking the content you enjoy watching on TikTok. Follow the steps below to do so.
Step 1: LaunchTikTok, and from the Home tab, tap on thesearch iconat the top right.
Step 2: Type thenicheyou like in the search bar and hitsearch.
Step 3: From the list of hashtags, videos, and users, go through the videos and like the ones you loved watching.
Repeat the above steps for every niche or kind of video you prefer to watch on TikTok. The change will not be immediate; however, your FYP should start reflecting your new interest in a day or two.
FAQs
When you delete videos on TikTok, it may affect the TikTok algorithm. Deleting a video removes it from your profile, and other users can no longer view it. If the deleted video had already received a lot of views, likes, and engagement, it could impact your overall engagement rate and decrease your visibility in the algorithm. However, deleting a video with little to no engagement may not have any significant impact.It’s important to note that repeatedly deleting videos may signal to the algorithm that your content is not high-quality or relevant, ultimately decreasing your reach and visibility on the app.
Clearing the TikTok cache can help resolve issues like videos not loading or the app crashing. Although the cache is essential as it helps the app run smoothly and load content faster, clearing it can sometimes improve the app’s performance and save data usage.
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Last updated on 23 August, 2024
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