How Does Facebook Recommend Friends?
Ever wonder why Facebook always seems to know who you might know? The platform looks at mutual friends, shared interests, and your interactions (likes, comments, etc.) to make recommendations.
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Facebook's friend recommendations come from analyzing the people you have mutual friends with, your activities, and even your phone contacts if you give permission.
Facebook uses a mix of your friends list, mutual friends, location, and activity on the platform to suggest potential friends. It's like a detective with a digital magnifying glass!
It鈥檚 basically Facebook becoming your social matchmaker by looking at mutual friends, your interactions, and maybe even geolocation. Creepy but handy!
Honestly, Facebook鈥檚 friend suggestions can be hit or miss. It mostly uses mutual friends to make recommendations.
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