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
What Does KSOS Mean? This Strange Combo of Letters Triggers a TikTok Warning
What does KSOS mean and why does TikTok warn you not to use it?
Spectrum Rep Refuses to Cancel Service, Tells Customer to "Take a Deep Breath" Instead
"I don't even have Spectrum and I want to disconnect my service."
TikTok's Chromebook Trend Sparks Major Safety Concerns in Schools Nationwide
TikTok's latest trend involving Chromebooks poses a serious safety risk.
TikTok Roasts This Bride and Groom for Hitting up Swig Right After Their Wedding
"People will find any reason to leave hate."
Woman Comes Home, Discovers Movers Prematurely Cleared out Her Apartment
"You couldn't call me to confirm?"
The "Tiffany Plate" is Taking Over TikTok — Here's What You Need to Know About It
One of the latest TikTok trends to go viral is known as the "Tiffany Plate."
Professor Reveals He's Secretly Been Deducting Points From Students Who Had Phones on Desks
"I don't even text during lectures."
Don’t Tap Elbows in New Orleans: Woman Explains Why This Is Request Is “Never a Good Thing”
"I need to go find me a rich person."
Gen Z Woman “Accidentally” Becomes HOA President, Calls out Disrespectful Board Member
"My mom uncovered financial fraud in hers."
"They Have Nice Bodies" — Guy Comments on Mom's Kids' Bodies at a Restaurant, She Calls Him Out
"Oh hell no!!!!!! Great job momma. What a flippin weirdo!"
Florida Mom Stunned By What She Sees at Connecticut Elementary School
"Let's talk about what a freaking dystopian experience it was touring a Connecticut school as a Florida mom."
"Total Faker!" — Man Yells at Woman in Parking Lot for Using Wheelchair
"You're probably just faking trying to get disability ... You people anger me."
What Happened to Lupita TikTok? Rumors Suggest Her Baby Was Taken Away
What's really going on with her newborn?
What Is the Meaning of the Instagram Trend "Side Shot Nominate 6"?
"SIDE shot. A side shot of YOU!"
If Someone Asks "Is It Pink?" You Should Be Worried — Here’s What It Really Means
"What does the question "is it pink" mean? My students keep asking me it." Well, here's the answer.
Woman's First Date With Surgeon Turns Nightmarish When He Pretends to Push Her in a Lake
"I thought you were damn adorable too... Until I thought I was gonna die!"
Teenager Bravely Distracts Little Brother From Parents’ Domestic Dispute in Other Room
Bryan explained that she has a lot of "voice recordings" of their arguments, but this is the first actual video encounter she was able to get on camera.
The "Caveman Method" of Skincare Has TikTok Divided: Genius Hack or Bad Idea?
"It's giving ... 'face fungus'."
Cautious Mom Picks Daughter up From Sleepover After Host Parent Took Away Cell Phone
"My daughter's just locked behind your house, and I can't get a hold?"
“This Is the Game They Play” — DoorDash Drivers Expose How They Think App Steals Worker Tips
"What DoorDash is doing is using your tip as your wages."
“Insane Behavior” — Woman Catches Neighbor Stealing Landscaping Dirt
"I would have just called the cops."
Mortified Employee Mistakenly tells Client “Love You” at End of Call, Gets This Email Next Day
"If anything, you should be proud of that."
Ballerina Cappuccina Is a TikTok Sound and an Italian Brainrot Character That's Hard To Miss
Ballerina Cappuccina might already be on your FYP.
Father’s Ambulance Bill Doubles With Insurance — It Was Cheaper Without It!
"I'll get cheaper healthcare if I'm uninsured."
“This What Brides Do to Their Guests Now?” — Woman Leaves Wedding After Dress Code Criticism
"No formal invite = no formal attire."
Man Explains Why Moving Often Is Better for Tenants
"It's the scam that they have going on."
The Slang Word "Gurt" Originated on TikTok, but What Does It Mean Exactly?
'Gurt' is among tons of other slang words that originated on social media.
“She Goes Dead Silent” — Landlord Asks Tenant to Move out Early After Renting Unit Prematurely
"That's now how leases work."
The "I'm So Hungry" Trend on TikTok Is the Harmless Prank Literally Anyone Can Do
"Telling my mom I'm so hungry I could eat her dog from college."
“I Got Matched With Someone on Uber ... Realized It Was a My Long Lost Brother” — The Ride That Changed an Uber Driver's Life
"That's no coincidence."
Family Conspires for Over 10 Years to Pull “Uncle Frank” Prank on Children — But Did This Video Just Spoil It?
"I'd have the most underwhelming reaction to this prank."
“I Said I Didn’t Need Help!” — Mom With Toddler Posts Scary Exchange With Man in Costco Parking Lot
"Get out of here!"
"His Privilege Was Hanging Out" — Inconsiderate Biker Blocks Road For Garbage Truck
"Citizens, if you wonder why the trash didn't get picked up... look for this guy to do it."
“Daddy, I Didn’t Draw That” — Man’s Weird Feeling of Crossing Guard Escalates After Interaction
"Don’t teach your daughter to be polite to strange men."
“Not Supposed to Get on the Flight” — Woman Believes Divine Intervention Stopped Jamaica Trip
"You were not meant to be on that flight!"
Mom Surprised to Learn the Difference Between “24M” and “2T” Clothing
"Now it makes so much sense."
“The Holy Spirit” — Voice Tells Man to Leave Bathroom. He Does, and Then There’s a Loud Crash
"Guardian Angel working overtime."
The Lollipop Deodorant Challenge Is a Fun Way to Torture Someone You Love
The trend is designed to make you lick deodorant.
Former Teacher Says Shocking Number of Parents Don’t Care About Their Kids’ Hygiene
"The fact you have to say this actively upsets me."
Pharmacy Customer Harasses Pregnant Woman Getting Vaccine, and It Doesn’t End Well
"Don't be influenced by liberalism and vaccines, that's a new thing."
“What Do You Want Me to Do About It?” — Dad Loses Baby at Store, Women Stunned by His Response
"The male loneliness epidemic could be lonelier."
The Ice Bucket Challenge Is Back, and This Time, It's Trending on TikTok
TikTok is now a part of the ice bucket challenge.
Diva Down Meaning and Why Folks Commented It Under News of the Pope's Death
"A diva is a female version of a hustler."
Woman Shares the (Allegedly) “Unhinged Ways” She Saved Money During the 2008 Great Recession
Create an email specifically for sharing subscriptions.
This Seemingly Innocent Pizza Mural Sparked a Heated Debate on TikTok
"I just wish her new mural was more interesting to look at."
“Dad Will Freeze to Death” — Mom Charges Family for Items They Forgot to Pack
"Never been more impressed by a mom hack than this one."
“She’s Standing There Like I’ll Do It Again” — Little Girl Stabs Airplane Passenger With Fork
"The good ol’ chancla."
“And No One Hangs Up” — Woman’s Reaction to San Diego Earthquake Caught on Zoom Call
"Americans really don’t ever stop working."
Woman Surprises Cheating Boyfriend With Other Woman’s Pregnancy Results
"He knew EXACTLY who you were talking about."
What Does "LMR" Mean on TikTok? All the Details About What it Actually Means
TikTok has become a massive social media platform that many users cite as their go-to for practically anything and everything.