TikTok Safety and Well-Being Measures

At TikTok, we prioritize the online experience of our users, ensuring they can create and have fun while feeling safe and comfortable. As part of our Community Well-Being series, we aim to educate users on how to customize their TikTok experience using the various safety, privacy, and well-being tools available to them.

TikTok is dedicated to helping users express joy through creativity and find what brings them happiness. With a wide range of exciting, entertaining, and informative videos, users of all ages can find their place on the app. However, we understand that the full TikTok experience may not be suitable for all ages. To address this, we have implemented measures to keep younger users safe while enjoying TikTok.

For users under the age of 13, we offer a limited app experience called "TikTok for Younger Users." This version introduces additional safety and privacy protections specifically designed for this age group. By entering through an age-gate during registration, users are directed to an age-appropriate TikTok environment. Within TikTok for Younger Users, personal information sharing is prohibited, and there are extensive limitations on content and user interaction. While users cannot share their own videos, comment on others' videos, message other users, or maintain a profile or followers, they can still experience the core essence of TikTok by enjoying curated content and experimenting with its unique features.

In addition to TikTok for Younger Users, our app has been given a 12+ rating in the Apple App and Google Play stores. Both iOS and Android provide parental controls that allow parents to block or limit specific apps, features, movies, music, and more at the device level. This gives parents the ability to block apps with a 12+ rating from their child's phone using the built-in controls. For more information on how to enable parental controls, please refer to the instructions provided by the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

At TikTok, we are committed to the safety of all users, regardless of age. We provide various resources and educational materials to help users make the most out of their app experience. For more information, please visit the TikTok Safety Center or check out the TikTok Tips blog series.