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Así te afecta (sin darte cuenta) el algoritmo de TikTok: cómo decide lo que ves y qué puedes hacer para recuperar el control
Summary by Latinas Media Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Laura Pajuelo , as published by El País
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A typical visit to watch a quick video can turn into a lengthy session, with some users reporting that 25 minutes have passed before they realize it.
Users of the social media platform TikTok may find themselves spending more time on the app than intended. A typical visit to watch a quick video can turn into a lengthy session, with some users reporting that 25 minutes have passed before they realize it. The algorithm used by TikTok plays a role in determining the content that users see, which can contribute to this phenomenon.
Further information on how the algorithm affects users and ways to regain control over their experience is available from the source, El País.
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Category: culture ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: El País ·
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What is this story about? Users of the social media platform TikTok may find themselves spending more time on the app than intended. A typical visit to watch a quick video can turn into a lengthy session, with some users…
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