The ability to remove records of previously viewed short-form videos on the Facebook platform provides users with control over their viewing data. This function allows individuals to manage their digital footprint within the application and potentially influence the algorithm’s content recommendations.
Maintaining viewing privacy can be a significant benefit for many users. Deleting such data prevents others from seeing viewed content on a shared device, or simply offers a way to reset the algorithm’s understanding of content preferences. Historically, the capacity to manage user data has become increasingly important as concerns regarding data privacy and algorithmic manipulation have grown.