YouTube is rolling out a new feature called “Your Custom Feed”, giving users more direct control over what appears in their home feed. The update allows users to customize recommendations using a simple text prompt, making it easier to tailor content based on personal interests.
What Is “Your Custom Feed”?
The new feature lets users actively guide YouTube’s recommendation system instead of relying only on watch history.
Key highlights:
- Users can enter a short prompt describing what they want to see
- YouTube then adjusts the feed based on that input
- Recommendations update to better match user interests
How It Works
With Your Custom Feed:
- Users type prompts like:
- “Tech news and smartphone reviews”
- “Motivational videos and podcasts”
- “Gaming highlights and walkthroughs”
- YouTube recalibrates the feed to prioritize those topics
- The change applies without removing existing subscriptions
This makes it easier to explore new interests without having to reset the entire account.
Why YouTube Is Introducing This
YouTube’s algorithm has long relied on:
- Watch history
- Likes and dislikes
- Subscriptions
However, many users feel their feed can become repetitive or drift away from their current interests. Your Custom Feed gives users a manual reset option without deleting history or starting a new account.
What This Means for Users
- More control over recommendations
- Faster discovery of relevant content
- Less reliance on accidental clicks shaping the feed
- Better experience for users with changing interests
Rollout Status
- Feature is rolling out gradually
- Not all users may see it immediately
- Availability may vary by region and account type
Bigger Picture
This update reflects YouTube’s broader shift toward:
- User-driven personalization
- AI-assisted content discovery
- Reducing frustration with unwanted recommendations
By allowing users to directly express their preferences to YouTube, the platform is making its recommendation system more transparent and flexible.
Leave a Reply