# Algorithm Fails Facebook Reconnect Feature Suggests Contacting Ex-Lovers & Dead Friends By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-10-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-reconnect References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2009/10/25/facebook-reconnect/) & [search.twitter](http://search.twitter.com/search?q=facebook%20reconnect) The all-new [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-debuts-at-stagecoach) Reconnect feature is designed to remind you to get in touch with friends you may not have spoken with in awhile with a suggestion box that links to said friends' profiles. While its creation was no doubt inspired with the best of intentions at heart, [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozi-private-social-network) users are speaking out against Facebook Reconnect in droves. A quick search on Twitter confirms that the Facebook Reconnect feature has been suggesting that users reconnect with their spouses, ex-girlfriends, and [deceased friends and family members](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remembermeai). It's tough to say whether the Facebook Reconnect feature will fly or fizzle, but one thing's for certain: Not all algorithms are created equal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Algorithm Fails:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop improved algorithms that accurately suggest reconnecting with relevant friends without causing embarrassment or discomfort. - **Facebook Reconnect:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new features or tools that facilitate meaningful connections and conversations with old friends on social media platforms. - **Twitter Backlash:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore alternative methods of receiving feedback and user opinions to prevent negative reactions and public backlash in online platforms. ### Who This Affects Most - **Social Media:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced algorithms and AI technologies to enhance user experiences on social media platforms and avoid unintended consequences. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Further research and development of AI systems that can accurately understand and interpret user preferences and sensitivities on social media platforms. - **Online Reputation Management:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create tools or platforms that help individuals manage and mitigate potential reputation risks caused by algorithmic errors or oversights. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chocolate Reconnection Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reconnect-roulette.md) - [In-App Recommendation Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recommend-to-a-friend.md) - [Therapeutic Breakup Bots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/text-your-ex1.md) - [Breakup Navigating AI Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relationship-20.md) - [Ai-Supported Smart Dating Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-dating-2.md) - [Algorithm-Free Social Media Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rtro.md) - [Connection Platform Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-debuts-at-stagecoach.md) - [Online Dating AI Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-dating-assistant.md) - [Ex-Partner Erasing Image Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okcupid-and-photoroom.md)