Instagram keeps showing me the same cat videos on repeat, and now they’ve decided to branch out into Threads? No thanks. I still don’t do TikTok, I’ve once again cancelled my Facebook, and while I remain somewhat active on Instagram to stay in touch with people across different circles, my real focus is on my blog and my own platforms.
Why? Because I want to maintain my online presence on my own terms—outside of algorithms, paid ads, and big tech companies dictating what the world sees about me.
My Experiment with Twitter Blue
A few years ago, I did a little experiment and signed up for Twitter Blue. I was curious—if I paid Twitter a few dollars each month, would my tweets actually get seen by more people?
Short answer: Not really.
The only noticeable difference after canceling Twitter Blue was that I was no longer paying $15 a month (after price hikes). Engagement didn’t improve, my experience on the platform remained the same, and ultimately, it felt like nothing more than a money grab.
