7 Algorithms
7 Algorithms
Most digital marketers are optimizing for one layer… and wondering why
they’re stuck.
99% of people are only feeding one.
This breakdown shows you exactly what each algorithm is looking for – so
you can finally start optimizing your content for all seven.
2. Feed Algorithm
Driven by Relationship Signals + Format Weight. It shows your content to users you
engage with most and favors formats that match their recent activity (like photo
carousels vs.video)
3. Stories Algorithm
Runs on the Engagement Warm-Up System. It prioritizes consistent story viewing,
quick replies, link taps, and polls. This algorithm preps your audience for future content.
4. Explore Algorithm
Works through Discovery + Category Matching. It analyzes keywords, post metadata,
and user activity to determine if your content matches what people are exploring or
searching
5. DM Algorithm
Tracks Behavioral Relationship signals. It favors creators with high-quality DM
engagement: message replies, shares, link taps, and story reactions – all boost your
future reach.
6. Profile-Level Algorithm
Built on Metadata + Category Mapping. It scans your bio, handle, highlights, and
content themes to categorize your profile and determine whether you’re shown to
new, relevant users.
7. Caption NLP Algorithm
Built on Metadata + Category Mapping. It scans your bio, handle, highlights, and
content themes to categorize your profile and determine whether you’re shown to
new, relevant users.
The truth is, you’ve been playing against all 7 algorithms this whole time –
without even knowing it. The Algorithm Advantage gives you the tools,
templates, and content strategy to beat the system and finally build reach,
revenue, and recognition online.