Spotify is testing a new feature that allows users to directly view and edit their Taste Profile, the underlying data that drives the platform's music recommendations and personalized playlists.

The feature is currently being tested with Spotify Premium users in New Zealand, making them the first to experience this level of direct control over their music algorithm. Users can access their Taste Profile and make adjustments to influence how the service recommends music to them.

When users modify their Taste Profile, the changes will affect various personalized features including Discover Weekly playlists, general music recommendations, and the annual Wrapped feature that summarizes listening habits. This represents a shift toward giving users more direct control over algorithmic recommendations.

The feature allows users to address situations where the algorithm may be overemphasizing certain artists or genres in their recommendations. For example, if users feel they are receiving too many recommendations from a particular artist, they can adjust their profile to reduce that influence.

Spotify has not announced when or if this feature will expand beyond the current beta test in New Zealand to other markets or user tiers.