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Like button almost didn't make it onto Facebook


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Because Zuckerberg hated it so much

The article from Fortune, published on May 16, 2025, discusses Mark Zuckerberg's initial disdain for the "Like" button on Facebook. Despite his personal dislike for the feature, which he felt oversimplified user interactions, the "Like" button was introduced in 2009 and became immensely popular, fundamentally changing how users engage with content on the platform. The article highlights how Zuckerberg's reluctance was overridden by the button's potential to increase user engagement and its eventual impact on social media dynamics, illustrating a significant moment in Facebook's history where user experience trumped the founder's vision.

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[ https://fortune.com/2025/05/16/like-button-facebook-zuckerberg-hated-it-so-much/ ]

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