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Pew Research CenterNovember 15, 2018
2. Algorithms in action: The content people see on social media

Users are relatively comfortable with social platforms using their data for some purposes, but not others

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Users are relatively comfortable with social platforms using their data for some purposes, but not others

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2. Algorithms in action: The content people see on social media
Most think social media does not accurately reflect society
Social media users experience a mix of positive, negative emotions while using these platforms
Larger share of young social media users say these platforms frequently make them feel amused – but also lonely and depressed
Majorities of social media users frequently see people engaging in drama and exaggeration, jumping into arguments without having all the facts
Men somewhat more likely than women to see people being bullying, deceptive on social media
Users are relatively comfortable with social platforms using their data for some purposes, but not others
Social media users from a range of age groups are wary of their data being used to deliver political messages
Most think social media does not accurately reflect society
Social media users experience a mix of positive, negative emotions while using these platforms
Social media users from a range of age groups are wary of their data being used to deliver political messages
Larger share of young social media users say these platforms frequently make them feel amused – but also lonely and depressed
Majorities of social media users frequently see people engaging in drama and exaggeration, jumping into arguments without having all the facts
Men somewhat more likely than women to see people being bullying, deceptive on social media
Users are relatively comfortable with social platforms using their data for some purposes, but not others
Social media users from a range of age groups are wary of their data being used to deliver political messages

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