Reddit launches For You and Following feeds to personalize the home page

Reddit announced today that its homepage will now split into two separate feeds: a Following feed that shows posts from subreddits you subscribe to, and a For You feed that mixes those posts with algorithmic recommendations. The change replaces the older r/all feed and is being rolled out worldwide over the next few weeks.

What’s new with Reddit’s homepage

Reddit says the new experience is a "first step in helping drive discovery that leads to something novel and relevant" (The Verge). The Following feed displays only content from the communities you have joined, giving you direct control over what appears. The For You feed combines those same posts with suggestions that match your recent activity and stated interests. In early tests, the For You feed showed posts from subreddits such as r/Silksong, r/iPhoneDuo, and r/decomps, even though the author did not follow them (The Verge). The company also noted that it remembers which feed you used last, so returning users see the same view they left.

Why the shift matters for users

The split mirrors moves made by Instagram, X, Threads, and Facebook, where recommendation‑driven feeds have become common (TechCrunch). By separating personal subscriptions from algorithmic suggestions, Reddit hopes to make the platform feel more approachable for casual visitors while still serving power users who prefer a focused view. The change also aligns with Reddit’s earlier decision to retire the r/all feed as part of an effort to simplify the site and improve personalization (The Verge). For businesses and nonprofits that maintain active subreddits, the Following feed ensures that members see community content first, while the For You feed can bring new eyes to posts they might otherwise miss.

How to manage the new feeds

• Switch between feeds: Tap the tab at the top of the homepage to choose "Following" or "For You." Reddit will open to the feed you last used.
• Access Old Reddit: If you prefer the classic layout with sorting options like "best" and "hot," go to [old.reddit.com] or enable it in settings. Log in soon if you want to keep access, as Reddit plans to limit availability for inactive users (The Verge).
• Give feedback on recommendations: Within the For You feed, look for the feedback button on individual posts to tell Reddit whether a suggestion is useful. This helps fine‑tune the algorithm (Engadget).
• Adjust notification settings: Review which subreddits send push or email alerts so you are not overwhelmed by recommended content.
• Monitor feed changes: The new experience rolls out gradually. If you notice the feed still looks like the old mixed view, you may be in a test group that has not yet received the split.

Potential concerns and how to address them

Some longtime Redditors have expressed frustration with the inclusion of recommended posts, preferring a feed that only shows material from communities they follow (TechCrunch). The algorithm can surface content that feels unrelated or low quality. To mitigate this, use the feedback option mentioned above and regularly clean up the list of subreddits you follow. If the For You feed becomes distracting, simply switch back to the Following feed and make it your default. Remember that the platform still offers the classic sorting options on Old Reddit, which can be a fallback for users who want full control over post order.

What to watch next

Reddit says the rollout will continue over the next few weeks, with the company planning additional experiments such as video and audio versions of popular posts (Engadget). CEO Steve Huffman has indicated a focus on bringing casual users back to the service, so future updates may include more ways to surface older but relevant threads. Keep an eye on the settings menu for new options to customize the For You feed, and consider reviewing any announcements about feedback tools that could give you more granular control.

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