Why Can't I See the Unfollow Button on Quora?

Recently, some users have reported that they are unable to see the 'unfollow' button on questions they want to unfollow. This can be perplexing, especially given that such a button was previously available. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind this change and provide solutions that may help address this issue.

Understanding the Current State of the Follow Button on Quora

At present, there is no 'unfollow' button directly available on questions. If you want to unfollow a question you are already following, simply re-tap the 'Follow' button. This action will unfollow the question.

If you find that you are receiving notifications for questions you did not follow, it is possible that the system has marked you as following those questions. Alternatively, you may have accidentally hit the 'Follow' button. These occurrences can seem unusual when they happen more than once.

The Reason Behind the Removal of the Unfollow Button

The change in the interface might be due to efforts to curb Question Post Processing (QPP) abuse and bot programs that post numerous redundant questions. QPP spammers often unfollow their own spam questions to ensure that regular users do not see repeated versions of the same question, such as 'How cold are you at 20DegC' and 'How cold are you at 20.01DegC' and so on. This behavior leads to a constant influx of low-quality content in users' feeds.

It is worth noting that removing the ability for users to unfollow their own questions is a positive step forward for Quora. Such a move helps maintain the quality of the platform and improves the overall user experience.

Alternative Solutions for Not Seeing the Unfollow Button

Here are a few alternative methods you can use to manage the visibility of questions in your feed:

Downvoting Questions

If you find a question to be irrelevant or of poor quality, you can downvote it. This action sends a signal to the algorithm to reduce the likelihood of similar questions appearing in your feed in the future.

You can also downvote individual topics you find uninteresting or unhelpful. By navigating through the question's page, you can click the topic, find the ellipsis (three dots) to the far right, and select 'mute' from the options. This will effectively prevent questions from that topic from appearing in your feed.

Muting Topics

If you want to exclude certain topics from appearing in your feed, you can mute them. This can be done by clicking the topic just above the question, finding the ellipsis to the far right, and selecting 'mute'.

Alternatively, you can navigate to the topic page, click the three dots on the topic page, and select 'mute' from the options. This will help you maintain a more personalized and relevant feed.

Conclusion

The removal of the 'unfollow' button on Quora reflects a broader effort to improve the quality and relevance of content on the platform. While this change can be inconvenient for users who previously relied on the button, alternative methods such as downvoting and muting topics can still help manage the visibility and quality of the content you see in your feed.

To ensure that your experience on Quora remains positive and fulfilling, it is recommended to explore these alternatives and adjust your settings as needed.