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Guest Column: Reset your algorithm by social media entrepreneur Viraj Sheth

ByViraj ShethViraj Sheth
Oct 17, 2021 12:03 AM IST

Five ways in which you can take control of your social media, understand the algorithm and make it work for you

They say in today’s times the most dangerous people are not the ones with access to nuclear codes, but the ones who write the code that governs the algorithms of the most popular social media apps. How accurate or sensationalised this statement is, only time will tell. But the one thing we can’t contest is how bothered everyone (well, at least the content creators) get when they see a bit of a dip in their social media engagement. Everyone points fingers at that dreaded nine-letter word—algorithm.

The YouTube algorithm notices the surge in comments on a new video and pushes it on the Trending section, which brings more viewership. The Instagram algorithm supports content that is saved and inspires comments (Parth Garg)
The YouTube algorithm notices the surge in comments on a new video and pushes it on the Trending section, which brings more viewership. The Instagram algorithm supports content that is saved and inspires comments (Parth Garg)
Viraj Sheth, 24, is the co-founder and CEO of Monk Entertainment
Viraj Sheth, 24, is the co-founder and CEO of Monk Entertainment
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