Meta is finally taking user feedback to heart – or rather, to their algorithms. On the popular social media platform Threads, users have been poking fun at the power of the network's AI by including a tongue-in-cheek phrase in their posts: "Dear Algo." For those unfamiliar with this meme-inspired trend, it refers to the intangible force that determines what we see in our feeds.
Now, it seems the algorithm has taken notice. In a surprising move, Meta is launching a feature that will take users' pleas directly into account. Starting soon, Threads users can add "Dear Algo" to their posts, and the AI-powered system will respond by showing them more or less of what they've requested – for up to three days.
But here's the twist: if you have a public profile, your request will be visible to others on the platform. This means that users can even engage with each other about their preferences, creating a form of digital community around feedback and suggestions.
It's fascinating to see how user engagement has been shaping the direction of Threads since its launch in 2023. With rapid growth and an astonishing 400 million monthly active users by August 2025, it's clear that the platform is resonating with users. And now, with this new feature, Meta is demonstrating a willingness to listen – and act on – user feedback.
While "Dear Algo" may have started as a joke, its influence has been felt, and it appears that the algorithm has taken notice. As Threads continues to grow in popularity, it will be interesting to see how this feature unfolds and what kind of impact it has on the platform's users.
Now, it seems the algorithm has taken notice. In a surprising move, Meta is launching a feature that will take users' pleas directly into account. Starting soon, Threads users can add "Dear Algo" to their posts, and the AI-powered system will respond by showing them more or less of what they've requested – for up to three days.
But here's the twist: if you have a public profile, your request will be visible to others on the platform. This means that users can even engage with each other about their preferences, creating a form of digital community around feedback and suggestions.
It's fascinating to see how user engagement has been shaping the direction of Threads since its launch in 2023. With rapid growth and an astonishing 400 million monthly active users by August 2025, it's clear that the platform is resonating with users. And now, with this new feature, Meta is demonstrating a willingness to listen – and act on – user feedback.
While "Dear Algo" may have started as a joke, its influence has been felt, and it appears that the algorithm has taken notice. As Threads continues to grow in popularity, it will be interesting to see how this feature unfolds and what kind of impact it has on the platform's users.
. It shows they're willing to adapt to user feedback and create a more engaging experience. The fact that they're incorporating public profiles into this feature is genius 
. Now, I'm curious to see how it'll play out in real life – will users start sharing their preferences with others? Will it become a thing where people are like "Hey, Algo, show me more cat videos"? 
. Either way, I think Meta's taking the right step by listening to what we want. Now, let's see how they balance user feedback with algorithmic decisions... that's gonna be interesting 
! they're finally acknowledging user feedback and trying to make changes based on what we want... it's like they're saying "hey, we know you guys are crazy for posting about algo so we're gonna listen" 
. but seriously, this feature could be a game-changer for threads. having users influence what they see in their feeds is already a part of the platform's culture and now meta is legitifying it 
. I'm curious to see how this will play out with public profiles too - will we start seeing some pretty interesting discussions about algorithmic preferences? 
the idea of having a digital community around feedback is actually pretty interesting, maybe we can finally get some quality content on threads instead of just spam and ads. 
... and who knows, maybe we'll even start to see more diverse content because of it 
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It's like Meta is finally acknowledging that we, the users, are the ones who make this platform awesome! 
Adding "Dear Algo" to our posts shows that they're listening and willing to make changes based on our feedback. And can you even imagine being able to see what others want to see in their feeds? It's like a digital meet up! 
It's like, we're already struggling with online echo chambers and misinformation – do we really need to make it easier for people to cherry-pick what they see? Still, I'm curious to see how this feature plays out and if it actually leads to a better user experience 
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. And what's with making it visible to others if you have a public profile? That just opens up a whole can of worms about online drama and echo chambers 
. Can't wait to see how it all plays out!