TikTok
The social media platform TikTok was originally known as Musical.ly and is an international version of the Chinese app Douyin. TikTok is known for its short-form videos, evolving from dance and lip-syncing to all genres including comedy and educational videos.
In 2020, President Donald Trump threatened to ban TikTok if the company did not sell to its U.S. business, calling TikTok a national security threat. Today, TikTok features include a "For You" page, which is a feed of videos that are recommended to users based on their activity on the app, and a TikTok Creator Fund, giving influencers the opportunity to earn money on the app.
TikTok Launch Date: August 2, 2018
Most Followed TikTok Accounts:
- Khaby Lame
- Charli D'Amelio
- Bella Poarch
- MrBeast
- Addison Rae
- Zach King
- Kimberly Loaiza
- TikTok
- Burak Özdemir
- Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
How many active monthly users does TikTok have? As of February 2024, TikTok has a reported 1.1 billion monthly active users. The app has also been downloaded more than 3 billion times worldwide and is available in over 140 countries.
TikTok net worth: $50 billion
Latest TikTok News and Updates
"Nicepool/Justin Baldoni" Theory May Be a Devious Way for Ryan Reynolds to Get Revenge
"It's OK, I identify as a feminist."
What Does "Raw, Next Question" Mean, and Why Is the NSFW Comment All Over TikTok?
The comment is dirty, and that's how posters like it.
Oklahoma Teacher Says State’s High Schoolers Are Now Being Forced Into the Military
"Trying to initiate the draft without calling it the draft."
This Woman's Fiancé Created an Excel Spreadsheet to Determine Who Makes the Wedding Guest List
"As and B's, you're coming, C's, we don't know yet!"
“They Made the Cousin Sleepover Happen” — In-Laws’ Dog Sneaks Into Woman’s Car, Stays Quiet
"When kids make plans without informing the parents."
“Shame on You” — Lot Attendant Yells at Woman in Wheelchair for Parking in Handicapped Spot
"My best friend has this happen to her."
“Sad That This Is Rare” — Woman Praises Her “Competent” Husband Who Cleans and Decorates
"Why does this feel SO rare?"
"Not Qualified for Fifth Grade" — Teacher Cites Shocking Holes in American Elementary Education
"I see what you mean about the bar being on the floor."
What Is the Vexbolts Mass Unfollowing on TikTok?
It started as a joke campaign but quickly grew into a viral trend.
“That Lady Is PURE” — Delivery Driver Tries Returning Large Tip She Thought Had to Be an Error
"Unheard of nowadays."
Bethenny Frankel Coined "Dior Bags" on TikTok to Address This Controversial Topic
"Basically no one knows about the Dior bags unless they are using this app [TikTok]."
“There Are People Living Inside My Walls” — Woman Shows off Home’s Creepy Basement
"This whole vid gave me anxiety."
Man Didn’t Understand Concept of Baseball Card Collecting, Just Kept Buying Same Card
"That’s called creating demand."
Viral Video Shows Clerk Locking Thieves in Gas Station, and the Comments Are Priceless
"This took me outttttttttt!!"
“Dog’s Internal Monologue” — Woman Ambushes Her Husband With Doctor’s Appointment
"Having to parent a partner is crazy."
TikToker Solves Longtime Bathrobe Loop Mystery: Here's How to Properly Tie One
"Why doesn’t anyone know this tho?"
Gone But Not Forgotten — TikTok Stars We Lost in 2024
One TikTok star was just 6 years old.
“Christmas Miracles Are Real” — Mom Makes Awful Christmas Even Discovery, “Angel” Arrives at 2 a.m.
"May this gentlemen never stub his toe again."
Being Left-Handed Was Once Illegal — This Man’s Rant Has a Twist You Won’t See Coming
"I literally referenced this graph today."
What Does "Charizarding" Mean? This NSFW Term Merges Pokémon and Intimacy
He then flaps his arms and tells his partner, "You don't have enough badges to train me!"
“How Dare We Speak Merry Christmas” Continues to Trend on TikTok — What Does It Mean?
Vice President Kamala Harris's comment was a trending sound on the social media platform during and after the 2024 election.
Church Member Urges Woman to Attend Service to Receive Toys for Tots for Her Kids
"Charity and giving should NEVER come with strings."
The "Wire Spool Guy" on TikTok Raises Heart-wrenching Point About Men's Mental Health
"This is why men don't talk about feelings."
“Definitely a Seance” — Airbnb Guest Leaves Red Markings, Moves Furniture in Unit
"Bless that house immediately."
“The Peer Pressure to Be Kind” — Boyfriend Walks Around Bar With Performer’s Tip Jar
"He does this every time."
Unpacking the Meaning Behind “Lotus Will Be POTUS” and Why It’s Popping up on TikTok
“Say it louder! Lotus will be POTUS!”
Madison Stroncheck of “Madison and Colby” TikTok Channel Confirms Her Nephew, Bowen, Died
"My sweet baby is no longer with us, but he's in heaven riding all the dirtbikes he could ever imagine," Madison said of Bowen.
‘HOA Karen’ gets Owned by Dad after Daughters Get Complaints for Playing Outside
"Who calls their HOA for a noise complaint?"
Who Is Cooking With Kya? The TikTok Creator Went Viral While Coping a Tragic Loss
The influencer who jokes about cooking her way into a taken man's heart reached 1 million TikTok followers in December 2024.
“Fall Guy?” — Lawyer Thinks There’s Something off About Luigi Mangione’s Arrest
"The shooter does not drink Starbucks."
What Does COCSA Mean on TikTok? Breaking Down the Meaning of This Sensitive Term
Two children playing doctor is one of the most common forms of play where COCSA can occur.
Woman Records “Glitch in the Matrix” When Niece’s Ball Vanishes Into Thin Air
"The atoms lined up perfectly."
“He Struck Again!” — Couple Catches Runner Pooping on Their Property, but He Just Won’t Stop
"...They just do this?"
“That Backfired” — Man Takes Video to Prove to Wife They’re out of Toilet Paper
"Do you shop for Instacart?"
“The Joy on His Face” — Kid Is Too Happy Watching The Grinch Steal Presents and Ruin Christmas
"Future shareholders are gonna love this kid."
‘La Palma’ Viewers Stunned After Spotting Netflix’s Mouth-Altering AI Dubbing at Work
"Voice actors did this before AI."
“We’re Doomed” — Internet Is Shocked at 8th Graders Who Can’t Answer Simple Questions
"This is top tier content and so true."
“Setting up a Mouse Trap” — Man Tries Luring Employees Outside of Store in Scary Video
"I think he was literally going to grab you."
“Can’t Expect a Kid to Read a Room” — Parents Give 2-Year-Old Pep Talk Before Wedding
"This is how you communicate with your kids."
“Why Is This in a Children’s Store?” — Woman Stunned by See-Through Bathroom Window in Candy Shop
"Why would they even do that tho."
Sophie Rain and Aishah Sofey Started the Bop House, Often Featured on TikTok, but What Is It?
"I'm terrified for our generational future."
This Woman Was Allegedly Rejected by Emirates as a Flight Attendant Due to Her Mild Acne
She had the job ... until she didn’t. And the only reason that makes any sense to her? Mild acne. Keep reading, we'll explain!
“Real Life NPCs” — Woman Freaked out by “Creepy” Smiling People Barely Moving in Car
"Looks like FaceTime call."
TikToker Shares Amazing Strategy for Handling Controversial Holiday Family Conversations
"Modern problems require modern solutions."
“You Made Them” — Woman Pokes Hole in Boomer Family’s Participation Trophy Argument
"You gently parented your elders."
Aldi Shopper Gets Cursed Out, Called “Socialist” for Kind Shopping Cart Gesture
"She didn’t mind taking it though did she?"
What Is "Low-Income White Girl Eyes" on TikTok, and More Importantly, Do You Have Them?
"Do I have low income white girl eyes!?"
Wondering What "ICL" Means on TikTok? We Promise to Tell You the Truth
ICL, TikTok slang is hard to keep up with.
What Does "OAT" Mean on TikTok? A Playful Spin on the Viral Term "GOAT"
"OAT" is a playful twist on the viral term "GOAT" that is commonly used in the gamer streaming community.
Despite What You May Have Heard, the Kardashians Are Not Buying TikTok
She's not quite rich enough to be able to afford it.