The following are the advantages of content-based filtering algorithms:
- Eliminates the cold-start problem for new items: If we have enough information about the users, and detailed information about the new content, then the cold-start problem found in collaborative filtering algorithms does not affect content-based algorithms. The recommendation can be made based on the user profile and the information about the content.
- The recommendations are explainable and transparent: Using content representation models, we'll be able to explain how certain items are selected for recommendations.