TikTok is introducing exciting new options for users to tailor their For You feeds, allowing a more personalized viewing experience. The latest feature, “Manage Topics,” which initially tested in the U.S. last year, is now accessible to users worldwide.

Impact of “Manage Topics” on Your TikTok Feed

Through Manage Topics, TikTok users gain the ability to control the frequency of content related to trending subjects appearing in their For You feed. Some of these subjects include creative arts, dance, travel, food and beverages, and health and wellness. As stated in the official announcement, adjusting these preferences will not completely remove specific topics but will influence how often similar content is suggested to you.

For users wishing to limit certain content types more stringently, TikTok now offers an AI-enhanced Smart Keyword Filtering feature. This tool expands upon existing keyword filters, allowing users to limit content according to synonyms or related terms present in captions, hashtags, and descriptions. Users can also specifically choose which keywords to include or exclude through the AI filter.

TikTok provides numerous features that help customize your For You feed further. Some methods include liking, following, and searching for content to better inform the algorithm on what to display. Other options include activating Restricted Mode or muting accounts that are not of interest.

Steps to Update Your Manage Topics

To adjust your topics, navigate to Settings > Content preferences > Manage topics. Alternatively, click Share on any post in your feed and select Why this video > Adjust your For You > Manage Topics. A list of topics will appear with slider controls, which you can modify to increase or decrease the exposure to certain types of content. TikTok will also provide a pop-up with descriptions of the content associated with each topic. Remember to click Save to finalize your preferences.