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If for whatever reason you wish to remove the content on your TikTok profile, you definitely can. The option to delete videos and reposts is available and accessible at all times. It can be a great way to erase outdated content or just something that you no longer wish to be on your profile. In case you are curious about how to delete TikTok videos, you can do it easily on your profile. Let us show you.

How to Delete a TikTok Video

Whether your profile is a cluster of old videos that make it hard for you to browse or outdated content, you might want to delete one or two of them. Or perhaps you posted a video by mistake and simply want to undo an error. In any case, deleting TikTok videos is quite easy. This is how you can do it in just a few simple steps.

To delete a TikTok Video:

First open the app and go to your profile in the bottom right.

On your profile page, tap on the video you wish to delete.

Select the three vertical dots in the lower right.

Slide the bottom icon tray with your finger to the left.

Tap on the Delete button and confirm your choice.

This will automatically and swiftly delete your chosen video. You do not have to worry about it anymore but remember that this option is permanent. You cannot restore deleted content.

How to Delete TikTok Reposts

Another scenario where you might want to delete something is a repost you made by mistake. Furthermore, you may have reposted something at one time and now you have changed your mind. In either case, you want to remove a repost from your profile. This can be done in a similar fashion to deleting your videos.

To delete a TikTok repost:

Open your TikTok profile as before and go to the Reposts section by tapping on the circular arrow tab.

Select the Repost you would like to delete.

In the lower-right, tap on the arrow-shaped icon.

Select Remove repost to finish up.

That repost will then be instantly removed from your profile. You can always repost that thing later if you change your mind. Deleting reposts unlike deleting TikTok profiles or videos is not permanent.

Final Remarks

We hope this guide on deleting TikTok videos and reposts has been helpful. The process is pretty straightforward as you can see. As we mentioned, be careful when deleting videos as they cannot be restored. Reposts can simply be reposted again so removing them is not as serious.

If you want more social media tutorials, check out our other TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook guides.

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Privacy is a crucial aspect for any social media app like TikTok. Users sometimes feel that their privacy is being violated and they might want to make their accounts private or even delete or deactivate it in extreme cases. Whatever your reason, today we are going to show you how to delete your TikTok profile or make it private based on your needs. In both cases the process is quite simple and requires a few minutes in the Settings menu. It is similar to deleting your Instagram account so let’s see.

How to Delete a TikTok Account

Deleting your TikTok account is definitely an extreme step that should be used as a final resort. This is because it involves deleting your user data from the TikTok server and the data is unretrievable. The app will still remain on your phone but you will not be a user of it. You will not be able to access videos, profiles, etc. until you make a new one. You can always later delete the app from your phone as well if you choose to.

In any case, this is how to delete a TikTok Account in a few steps:

First, open your TikTok app and go to your profile in the bottom right.

Then, select the three horizontal lines in the upper right and choose Settings and Privacy.

From here tap on the Account option.

In the new menu, select Deactivate or delete account.

Choose between Deactivate account or Delete account permanently and follow the prompts.

Deactivating your account is useful if you just want a break from TikTok. No one will be able to see or interact with your account until you activate it again. Deleting your account is as you can see, permanent.

However, you will be able to cancel the deletion request within 30 days by return to this menu and activating your account.

How to Make Your TikTok Account Private

In some lesser cases where you do not want to delete or deactivate your TikTok account, you might just want to make it private. This is an excellent feature that will keep your information secure unless you approve someone to see it. It works similarly to the Instagram private account feature if you have used it. Essentially, only people you approve can follow you, view your live videos, TikTok posts, bio, followers, etc.

To make your TikTok account private, follow this guide:

Open your TikTok app and tap on your profile in the lower right.

Select the three lines in the top right and open the Settings and Privacy menu.

Tap on the Privacy option.

Toggle the Private Account slider by tapping it and return with the top-left arrow button.

This will make your account private until you return to the menu and change the option. You can also turn your Activity Status on and off here so that people can or cannot see when you are active. These are both useful privacy options that you can access and toggle at any time.

Concluding Remarks

As you can see, TikTok has a lot of features to ensure your privacy and comfort. This should be expected from any social media app today. Deactivating and deleting your TikTok account are definitely extreme steps that you can use if it comes to that. That being said, making your profile private is also a great option that is not as permanent. Whatever option you choose, put yourself and your privacy first.

If you have found this tutorial useful, consider checking out our other social media guides for TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.

]]> https://smartphonetutorials.com/how-to-delete-tiktok-account-or-make-it-private/feed/ 0 Your First TikTok Post – How to Make a TikTok Video https://smartphonetutorials.com/your-first-tiktok-post-how-to-make-a-tiktok-video/ https://smartphonetutorials.com/your-first-tiktok-post-how-to-make-a-tiktok-video/#respond Wed, 08 Mar 2023 12:24:29 +0000 https://smartphonetutorials.com/?p=6970

Making your first post on TikTok can sound like a daunting experience sometimes. You may not know what to post or how to make a TikTok video at all. Do not worry as we are going to show you how to make your first simple TikTok post and it does not have to be your magnum opus. You can always add more later.

For example, it can be something simple and light-hearted that is unique to you to get you started. We will take you through a simple creation process where you can add elements you like and adjust something here and there to make the video suit your style. If you use Instagram, the process is quite similar to making IG Reels or Stories. Let us dive into this together step by step along with some useful tips in the end.

How to Make TikTok Videos

Similarly to creating Instagram posts, it all starts with that plus-shaped Create button to the left of your TikTok profile. As with all content creation, after you start and learn the basics, it gets much easier to make new stuff later. So that is what we are going to do. We are going to take you through the basics of creating your very first TikTok video.

Without further ado, let us get started with the steps.

Open your TikTok app and select the plus button at the bottom of the screen to enter the Recording studio.

Next, you can choose to record a 15, 60-second, or 3-minute video by tapping on the red Record button and tapping it again to pause or tapping the checkmark to stop recording.

Alternatively, you can upload a pre-recorded video by hitting the Upload option in the lower-right and choosing your video.

Before recording, you can apply a filter for your recording beforehand by tapping on the three-circles icon in the top right and choosing one.

Or add an effect with the Effect option in the lower-left.

And also set a timer with the little clock icon below the filters.

Once everything is recorded or your video is uploaded from your gallery, you will enter the Editing studio.

Here you can use various icons on the right-hand side of the screen like the Add text button.

Select the Stickers icon to add various gadgets, decorative stickers, or emojis.

Use the Effects button to change your video’s mood.

Apply different Filters.

Tap on the arrow pointing down to reveal more options.

Use the Edit button to access various options like splitting, trimming, rotating, etc.

Finally, add some music by selecting the Add sound option and choosing or searching for a song you like.

Hit Next in the lower-right to finish up.

Now you simply need to add a description to your video, add some hashtags or tags, and play around with the privacy settings below. Once you are happy with your video, hit Post in the bottom right to publish your first TikTok video.

There are a lot of options when creating TikTok videos which we will cover in later tutorials, but these are the basics to get you started. For a more advanced video, check out the next section.

How to Make a TikTok with Multiple Videos and Pictures

If you want to make more advanced content like TikTok montages, you definitely can. This is a great way to include multiple clips or pictures into a single post and it is not as difficult as it sounds. We recommend recording your multiple videos beforehand but you can also record them or take pictures on the go in the TikTok app.

Here is how to make a TikTok with multiple videos:

Fire up your TikTok app and select the plus icon at the bottom of the screen.

Use the tips we showed you before to record multiple clips by tapping on the red Record button, tapping it again to pause, or tapping the check mark to stop.

On the other hand, you can select the Upload option in the bottom right and tick multiple videos and pictures from your Gallery.

Once your content is selected, you can use the Editing studio as we showed you in the previous section to make unique changes to your montage.

An important tool here is the Edit button, select it.

Here you can see your video tray and you can pinch an empty part of the screen with your fingers to un-zoom it or pinch and spread your fingers to zoom for better clarity.

You can add music with the Add sound button.

Add an additional clip or photo with the plus button to the right.

Undo and Redo changes with the left and right arrow buttons.

Select any individual clip or picture to set its duration, volume, rotation, or delete it.

Tap and hold on a video or picture and move it with your finger to place it in a different order.

Once you are happy with your changes hit Save in the upper-right.

This will put you back in the previous menu where you can make any additional changes you want. Hit Next when you are done. Finally, fill in the details of your video like description or tags and tap on Post to publish it.

TikTok’s recent update has made it so you can upload up to 10-minute videos so feel free to get creative and experiment with various clips and photos.

How to Post on TikTok – Useful Tips

It can be quite an exciting experience to make your first TikTok video and publish it. There is a lot that goes into the creative process like decorating the video, editing it, or adding music. However, there are also some smaller elements that can improve your posts. Here are some TikTok tips for posting your videos that have proved quite useful in practice.

Record in full-screen – Similar to Instagram, TikTok uses a 9:16 ratio for its videos. That is why it is important to record them in this way so they look natural to other users. So record vertically with your phone.

Keep it short and sweet – This is up to preference at the end of the day, but shorter and snappier content has proved more popular on social media like TikTok. The app recommends a length of 20 to 25 seconds for your videos.

Research posting times and hashtags – This might sound like a boring step of content creation similar to homework. However, it is indeed one of the crucial parts of releasing your content. Learning the best times to post based on your audience and the popular hashtags to use is quite important for community engagement.

Get to know the community – Speaking of the community, you need to learn what is popular on TikTok so that you can make relevant content. This includes popular songs, ongoing trends, and learning the lingo the TikTok community uses. YouTube is your best friend for these sorts of topics.

Post regularly – Consistency is key. The TikTok algorithm responds well to users who release regular posts. The app will then recommend you to more users and your followers will get used to checking out your profile in the morning for more posts.

Of course, not all of these tips have to be followed to be successful. They are just recommended guidelines that have proven useful. And remember, your videos do not have to be perfect, the most important thing is having fun and making special content unique to you.

All in All

As you can see, there are many options when it comes to creating TikTok videos. You can simply record a short clip with your phone, but you can also make tons of edits and decorations if that is your style. The process of making your first TikTok post might seem challenging for now but it will get easier with time. For now, use our guide to take you through the creation process step by step and then once you get comfortable making your own innovations.

TikTok is all about creativity so feel free to experiment and see what works. If you would like to read more of our guides, check out our other TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube tutorials.

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Now that you have been using TikTok for a while it is high time we update it to check if some new features have arrived. Granted, most smartphones have the automatic updates setting turned on by default. This might mean that your TikTok app is already up to date. But in cases where you have to do it manually, we are going to show you how to update TikTok. It is quite a simple process that involves a visit to your app store.

Let us dive in and see.

Why You Need to Update TikTok Regularly

TikTok like many other popular social media apps is updated constantly with new features and capabilities. Ensuring that your app is up to date on a regular basis allows you to access these new features. As we mentioned, it might be the case that your app is automatically getting updated within your app store. But this is not always the case.

That is why we are going to manually update it so you do not miss any new features. Just take a look at TikTok’s journey through the last few years. Various tools have been implemented like Family Pairing, TikTok Now, TikTok Pulse, New stickers, tools, widgets, etc. Reposting and verifications used to be inaccessible without the proper update. Updating your app regularly ensures that you have access to all of the new features as soon as they are implemented.

How to Update Your TikTok

Updating the TikTok app is a similar process to updating other social media apps like Instagram or any other app for that matter. You can manage your updates in your app store with just a few taps on your screen. We are going to take you through the simple step-by-step process.

Here is how you can update TikTok:

Open your smartphone’s app store and tap on the search bar at the top.

Type in TikTok and hit search in the bottom right.

Select the Update option next to the official TikTok app.

If the Update option does not appear here then tap on the TikTok app and then select Update.

This will start the updating process which will take a minute or two and viola, your TikTok app is now up to date. The next time you launch it you will open the new version with any new features that might have been implemented.

Alternatively, you can also update the app through the settings in your app store.

In your app store, tap on your profile picture in the top right.

Then select My apps & games or a similar option.

In the Updates tab slide your screen down until you see TikTok and tap on Update.

This is also a great way to update any other apps that might be on the list and you did not know needed an update.

How to Enable TikTok Automatic Updates

In case you do not want to go through the hassle of always manually updating TikTok and your other apps, you can make it automatic. Turning on automatic updates is available from your app store. Note that this will turn on automatic updates for all your apps.

To do so follow these simple steps:

In your smartphone’s app store, tap on your profile picture in the upper right.

Select Settings.

Find and tap on Network Preferences and then Auto-update apps.

Choose whether you want your automatic updates over any network or Wi-Fi only and hit Done.

Your apps including TikTok will now automatically update and you do not have to do it manually.

Final Remarks

As you can see, updating TikTok is not that hard and involves a simple process. You just need to visit your app store from time to time to check for any new updates. This is unless you have enabled automatic updates in which case you can just sit back and relax.

We hope this guide was helpful. In case you are interested in reading any more social media articles check out our other tutorials for TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.

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One of the most popular features of social media platforms like TikTok or Instagram is the ability to host a live stream for your followers. Live streams have become a widespread internet form of communicating and interacting with your audience. Sites like Twitch have highly popularized this broadcasting tool and now you can do it on TikTok as well.

Today we will be talking about how to go live on TikTok and what requirements need to be met to do so. Live streams can be a lot of fun so let us cover them in detail.

What is TikTok Live?

The TikTok Live feature allows you to create a live-streaming video and audio feed where your followers can interact with you in real-time through comments or even gifts. While you are Live people can send you messages or someone can even join you in your live video so you can co-host. It is an exciting feature that offers a more active way to make content. Furthermore, going live on TikTok requires much less work than creating and editing a TikTok post. You can simply start up a live stream and talk to your followers directly.

That being said, there are some requirements you need to accomplish in order to go live on TikTok:

Appropriate Age – First up, you need to be at least 16 years old to start a live stream and send and receive gifts during a live video.
Code of Conduct – Secondly, you need to follow TikTok’s community guidelines and terms of service for creating content.
Follower Requirement – Finally, you need to have a certain amount of followers to start a live stream.

The first two are fairly self-explanatory so let us talk about that third requirement.

How Many Followers Do You Need to Go Live on TikTok?

The third requirement for TikTok live streaming is a certain number of followers that you need to reach. To be able to go live on TikTok, you need to have at least 1000 followers. This is a pretty steep number and quite a hard requirement to reach. It is a limit unique to TikTok as this is not a requirement for, for example, going live on Instagram.

However, worry not as there is something you can try to go around this requirement. It is a rumored workaround that might sometimes allow you to live stream without 1000 followers. We will cover it later if you are interested.

For now, if you have 1000 followers and are ready to go Live, let us show you how.

How to Go Live on TikTok

As we mentioned, the TikTok live mode is quite a useful and easily accessible way to interact with your audience. You do not need to edit anything, you simply turn it on, give it a title, and viola – TikTok live streams on the go. If you were wondering how to go live on TikTok, follow this simple guide:

Open your TikTok profile and tap on the large plus button at the bottom of your screen.

If your account has 1000 followers, you will see the LIVE button, select it. (Our account does not meet this requirement)
Once you tap on the Live button, you will be able to see your Live video preview where you can add a title.
Additionally, here is where you can turn on comments, add effects, or apply filters.
When ready, tap on Go LIVE to begin your live stream.

When you wish to end the live session, simply tap the power button at the bottom of the menu screen. Note that a live video will disappear as soon as you finish the session.

Some useful tips for going live on TikTok are to prepare at least a little (your area for example) before going live and perhaps to do it with friends. This way you can always rely on someone to fill in when it happens that you do not have anything to say. Promoting your live stream in advance with a TikTok story might also be a great idea. Finally, finding the right time when your audience is live is also crucial.

How to Go Live on TikTok Without 1000 Followers

For those of us who might not have 1000 followers on TikTok, there is a reported workaround. This is an unofficial way to go live on TikTok without 1000 followers, so it might not always work. Essentially, it involves you filling in a support ticket and requesting their support team to allow you the capability to go Live even without the required number of followers. It might not always work, but you may get lucky so here is how to do it:

Open TikTok, go to your Profile in the bottom right and select the three horizontal lines in the top right.

Choose the Settings and privacy menu.

Slide your screen down with your finger until you see the Support & About section and tap on Report a Problem.

Again, slide your screen down and select LIVE from the available options.

Choose the LIVE is suspended topic under Hosting a Live.

When asked if your problem is resolved select No and then select the Need more help option.

Fill in a polite request ticket asking the TikTok team to enable the LIVE feature for your account and submit it.

The TikTok team will reply in around 2 to 4 business days or not reply at all. This trick has worked for some people before so it might work for you too if you are lucky. It did not sadly work for us so we wish you the best. If it does not work for you too, then you can focus on building up your audience.

Reaching that 1000 followers mark is not impossible, it just takes time.

Final Remarks

Going Live on TikTok can be a really fun experience, especially when you do it with friends. It offers you a much more active and exciting way to interact with your followers which a simple post just does not do. Furthermore, you can get to know your audience more through messages, comments, and even gifts. As always, do what feels comfortable for you and offers you the most pleasant experience.

We hope today’s guide was useful and if you want to read more social media articles, check out our other TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook tutorials.

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While browsing through TikTok profiles you might have noticed that some of them have blue checkmarks next to their names. The checkmark means that the profile in question is verified and approved by TikTok as a unique person or brand. This feature certifies that you are a legit profile and, among other things, helps you get more followers.

In case you are wondering how to get verified on TikTok, we are going to go over the application process together in today’s tutorial. Let us begin.

What Does It Mean to Get Verified on TikTok?
How to Get Verified on TikTok in 5 Minutes?
TikTok Verification Requirements and Tips
Can You Remove a TikTok Verification?
Final Remarks

What Does It Mean to Get Verified on TikTok?

As we mentioned, being verified means having that blue checkmark symbol next to your name. This is TikTok’s way of marking an official profile unique to a person or business brand. In short, the verification badge is a quick and easy way to let someone know the profile in question is the real deal, not a fan or copycat profile. Note that it always appears next to the name below the profile picture and never in descriptions and bios.

Besides being a feature to distinguish between official accounts and fan-made ones, a verification badge represents reputability. A verified account is usually notable and authentic possessing a good reputation with the community. Applying for verification does not require you to have a specific number of followers. Furthermore, it is 100% free but it does require you to put some work into your profile. We will talk about these requirements later, for now, let us see how you can request a verification badge.

How to Get Verified on TikTok in 5 Minutes?

The actual process of applying for verification is the easy part. It takes only a few minutes. The actual hard part is creating a reputable and authentic account that TikTok will approve. But this is a story for later. For now, this is how you can verify your TikTok account in a few simple steps.

Open the TikTok app and go to your profile by tapping your profile picture in the bottom right corner.

Select the three horizontal lines in the upper right corner.

Open the Settings and privacy menu.

Tap on Account in the following menu.

Choose the Verification option and follow the steps in the app to submit a verification request.

If you have a personal account then you are automatically applying for Personal verifications. Moreover, you can apply for a Business verification if you have a Business account. As we mentioned, the overall process takes a few minutes and is fully free. You do not have to buy a verification nor should you trust anyone selling TikTok verifications.

With the verification process out of the way, let us talk about how are verification badges given on TikTok. What do you have to do to increase your chances of verification?

TikTok Verification Requirements and Tips

When it comes to verified profiles, TikTok takes a number of factors into account when considering whom to verify. Some of the most important ones are authenticity, being unique, and posting regularly. As we said before, the number of followers does not matter. What matters is that you are regularly creating unique content and being active when interacting with your followers through comments or reposts.

It goes without saying that your profile should be public, official, and outfitted with a bio, name, and profile photo. Furthermore, your account must have multi-factor authentication with a verified email and it must adhere to TikTok’s Community Guidelines and Terms of Service. This promotes security and reliability, factors that TikTok highly values.

Finally, make sure you are staying true to your brand and posting the stuff you love regularly. Being active and unique is what matters. One final note that might not help everyone but it helps if you are verified on other social media like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or even YouTube.

Can You Remove a TikTok Verification?

In the case you might want to do this, requesting verification removal is not available. However, you can trigger a removal of your verified badge by changing your username for example. There are also other ways TikTok can remove your verification badge like:

A required re-application for verification through name change.
The account is transferred to another owner.
The profile has changed between personal, business, or institution.

Lastly, if there is a breach of TikTok Community Guidelines and Terms of Service, they might also remove your verification based on severity.

Final Remarks

Having your TikTok profile verified is an important step in reaching fame on this social media platform. If someone sees that blue check mark on your profile they are more likely to follow you since TikTok has clearly approved you. Furthermore, acquiring that badge is a showcase of reputation to everyone on the platform. If you are interested in getting the verification badge, follow the guidelines above and we wish you luck in getting it.

We hope today’s guide was useful and if you are interested in reading more social media tutorials, check out our other TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook articles.

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TikTok, like other social media apps, is full of content, sometimes too much content. And as time goes by, posts by someone you followed in the past or they themselves may not suit you anymore. Whenever you are feeling overwhelmed by someone’s posts or even feel that they are a negative influence on you, you can always use the Unfollow and Block options.

In case you were wondering how to unfollow on TikTok or how to block someone on TikTok, we are going to guide you through this simple process. It involves going to their profile and tapping a few buttons.

How to Unfollow on TikTok

If you have been using TikTok for a while you have probably followed a bunch of people. Their posts will all combine in your feed with sponsored posts and ads for quite a clustered browsing experience. As we have mentioned in the intro it can get slightly overwhelming. In these cases, you might find yourself wanting to unfollow some creators who post content that does not suit you anymore.

To do this, follow this simple guide.

Open your TikTok app and from the homepage, tap on the Search icon in the top right.

Input the name of the person you want to unfollow and select the Users tab.

Go to their profile by selecting their name.

Finally, tap on the Unfollow button to the right of the Message option.

This will automatically unfollow the account in question.

Alternatively, you can also head over to your profile and tap on the Following option. This will open a list of the people you follow and you can unfollow someone from here as well by selecting Following next to their name.

This is a quicker method if you can navigate the list easily. If you later change your mind, you can at any time follow the user again by tapping the red Follow button on their profile.

How to Block Someone on TikTok

In more extreme cases where a user is sending you inappropriate messages or you simply want to cease contact, unfollowing someone is not enough. This is where the Block option comes in that works similarly on Instagram. Blocking someone means that they will not be able to send you messages, see your posts, or find your profile.

For how to block some on TikTok, follow these steps.

Open up TikTok and from your homepage, select the search icon in the upper right.

Search for the user you want to block in the Users tab and go to their profile.

Tap on the three vertical dots in the top right of their profile.

At the bottom, select the Block button and confirm your choice.

This will block the chosen user indefinitely. If you later change your mind and are wondering how to unblock someone on TikTok, you can do this on their profile. Visit their page and tap on the red Unblock button.

Note that blocking someone does not stop them from viewing collaborative posts like multi-host live streams, duets posted by others, or group chats.

Can People See When You Unfollow or Block them?

The short answer is no. TikTok does not notify users that you have unfollowed them or blocked them. This is per their policies and it serves to maintain your privacy. You are fully allowed to cease contact with someone and they will not be informed of this not will any other people.

That being said, there is a way for people to check whether you still follow them. If someone goes to their Followers section they can notice that you are not in there anymore. They would have to be looking specifically for you. If a user notices that someone from their Followers list is gone, that means that they have either unfollowed them or blocked them. Additionally, your profile would not show if they happen to search for it.

This will of course change if you ever follow them again or unlock them. But that is entirely your choice in the matter.

Final Remarks

TikTok’s privacy policy is there to make you safe and secure. At any time, if someone is a negative influence on you, you can unfollow or unblock them. They will not be notified in either case. These are all features that can be changed at any point if you change your mind. You can freely unfollow and unblock someone whenever you wish.

We hope our tutorial today has been useful. For more articles, check out our other social media guides like for TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.

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One of the biggest community features on TikTok is the repost option. It allows you to share content, important messages, and more from other creators you love. It is an excellent tool to engage with the community and spread awareness on videos you like or agree with. Today we are going to show you how to repost on TikTok.

It is a simple process you can do straight from your desired video and involves a few taps.

How to Repost a Video on TikTok

So this process is all about the repost button. If you have ever wondered what does the repost button on TikTok do, it allows you to share content as we previously mentioned. This feature is similar to sharing a post on Instagram or Facebook. Essentially, you are directly forwarding a video from a TikTok creator or business to your audience.

If this interactive tool sounds interesting, here is how you can repost on TikTok:

Open your TikTok app and find the video you would like to repost.

Once you do, tap on the arrow-shaped Share icon in the lower right corner.

Locate and select the Repost button in the new menu to finish the process.

Finally, you can add a public comment on your repost.

That is pretty much it, you have made your first TikTok repost. Your followers will be able to see your shared content and also the comment you left on your repost. This is a great way to spread good messages and content and engage with your audience and community.

How to Delete a Repost on TikTok

On the other hand, sometimes you can change your mind about a TikTok repost you made. Furthermore, sometimes you might hit the repost button on accident. In these cases, it is useful to know how to delete a repost on TikTok. Do not worry, it is a quick and easy process if you have accidentally reposted something you did not mean to.

To undo a repost on TikTok, follow these steps:

Open the TikTok app.

Locate the video you reposted either through the Home feed or via the Search icon in the top right.

Once you have the video open, select the arrow-shaped Share icon in the bottom right.

Simply tap the Remove repost button.

This will automatically delete your repost. Note that you can access this option at any time once you repost something.

How to See Reposts on TikTok

Lastly, you might be curious how you can actually see reposts on TikTok you have made. Unfortunately, your reposts will not be showcased on your TikTok profile when you visit it. This is understandably frustrating as it is difficult to track how many videos you have shared after a long time of using the app. Reposts instead show up on the “For You” pages of your friends. This is the only way to effectively see them.

Furthemore, note that all the follows the repost receives go to the original creator and not you. This is an important element to be clarified and it extends to likes as well. Additionally, you can add your comment on the repost but if any other people also comment, their comments will show up on the original post. While reposts are there to promote what you like and what you agree with, you cannot directly use them to gain a following. They are simply intented as an additional way to interact with your TikTok community.

Final Remarks

As you can see, TikTok reposts are an engaging feature and offer another interactive way to connect with fellow content creators and your audience. Like the Instagram sharing tool, reposts can also help developing creators spread their content. However you use them, they will allow you to be an active member of your community.

We hoped you have enjoyed today’s tutorial and if you want to read more on a similar topic, check out our other TikTok and Instagram guides.

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Starting a new TikTok account is an exciting endeavor, you get to define your profile with a unique name, picture, and bio. That being said, sometimes we rush through our profile creation and are later unhappy with some aspects of it. Or sometimes our username, picture, or bio grows old.

In either case, a question regarding editing our profile like how to change TikTok username comes up. Luckily, TikTok allows you to easily change information on your profile so let us see how we can do just that.

How to Change Username on TikTok

When looking at your TikTok account, there can be many reasons why you would like to change your username. Maybe you thought your real name would not be displayed or maybe you’ve grown bored of your nickname. Perhaps you’ve had a change of heart about the content you want to create and a new name might be a great start.

Whatever the case, here is how you can change your username on TikTok in a few simple steps:

Open TikTok and go to your profile page by selecting your Profile Icon in the bottom-right.

Then, tap on the large Edit Profile button below your picture.

In the new menu, towards the top, tap on your username, input a new one and confirm.

TikTok’s account policy allows you to change your username every 30 days. If you have already recently changed it, you will be able to see the date when you can do so again. Note that changing your username will also change your profile link.

You can also change your TikTok name here:

Go back to the Edit Profile menu by selecting Cancel in the upper-left corner.

Tap on your TikTok name at the top of the About you section.

Input a new one and confirm.

A similar restriction applies here where you can change your name every 7 days. Enjoy your new name and username.

How to Change Profile Picture on TikTok

As TikTok is one of the most popular social media apps out there, your profile picture is an important first impression. Same as with usernames, there might be several reasons why you want to change it. Whatever your reason, this is how to change your profile picture on TikTok in a minute:

Open your TikTok app and visit your profile by tapping on your picture in the lower-right.

Select the Edit Profile option below your follower count.

Tap on your profile picture at the top and select Take photo to take a photo right now.

Alternatively, choose the Select from Gallery option to choose from your gallery and tap Confirm in the bottom-right (or Preview in the bottom-left).

Once you confirm your choice you will have a brand-new profile picture. If it does not update right away, give it a few seconds depending on your internet connection.

How to Edit Your TikTok Profile

Lastly, there are some more miscellaneous options you can edit or add to your profile if you have not already. These include adding a bio or changing the category for your channel if you are switching up the content you are creating. You can also add your other social media accounts to your TikTok profile.

Let us take you through all of these options in a few simple steps:

First up, go to your profile in the bottom right and select Edit Profile.

Add or change your profile descriptions by selecting Bio.

Add your profile’s designated phone number by tapping on Business phone number.

Choose Category to change your profile’s content category.

Finally, slide your screen down to the Socials section to add your Instagram and/or YouTube account.

All of these options can be edited at all times so feel free to switch things up around when you feel like it. Keep in mind that your business phone number will be displayed publicly.

Final Remarks

As you can see there are many aspects to your TikTok profile that you can edit. From changing your TikTok username to changing your profile category or bio, you have a lot of options when it comes to presenting yourself. As we mentioned, the neat thing about TikTok is that you can change these things around whenever you feel like it. Just keep in mind that name and username are time period restrictions.

If you are interested in more guides, check out our other Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok tutorials.

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Table of Contents:

How to Delete a TikTok Video

How to Delete TikTok Reposts

Final Remarks

Table of Contents:

How to Delete a TikTok Account

How to Make Your TikTok Account Private

Concluding Remarks

Table of Contents:

How to Make TikTok Videos

How to Make a TikTok with Multiple Videos and Pictures

How to Post on TikTok – Useful Tips

All in All

Table of Contents:

Why You Need to Update TikTok Regularly

How to Update Your TikTok

How to Enable TikTok Automatic Updates

Final Remarks

Table of Contents:

What is TikTok Live?

How Many Followers Do You Need to Go Live on TikTok?

How to Go Live on TikTok

How to Go Live on TikTok Without 1000 Followers

Final Remarks

Table of Contents

What Does It Mean to Get Verified on TikTok?

How to Get Verified on TikTok in 5 Minutes?

TikTok Verification Requirements and Tips

Can You Remove a TikTok Verification?

Final Remarks

Table of Contents:

How to Unfollow on TikTok

How to Block Someone on TikTok

Can People See When You Unfollow or Block them?

Final Remarks

Table of Contest:

How to Repost a Video on TikTok

How to Delete a Repost on TikTok

How to See Reposts on TikTok

Final Remarks

Table of Contents:

How to Change Username on TikTok

How to Change Profile Picture on TikTok

How to Edit Your TikTok Profile

Final Remarks