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How to Use TikTok Without an Account

How to Use TikTok Without an Account

TikTok is one of the best platforms to mindlessly spend time on. But what if you previously deleted your TikTok account and now want to get back on the platform for casually browsing videos? If you’re not planning on monetizing your new TikTok account or engaging with others, you should consider browsing the short video platform without an account instead. 

What are the Limitations of Browsing TikTok Without an Account?

While possible, browsing TikTok without an account has several limitations. First off, you cannot interact with other users or content creators on the app. You can’t comment and like videos or follow other users. TikTok Live videos are going to be off-limits as well. If you try to do any of these, you’ll be redirected to a log-in/sign-up page instead.

Without an account, you won’t have a watch history on TikTok, making it hard to look for videos you want to get back to.

On the other hand, you can browse through videos and even use TikTok’s search function without an account. This is great if you want to just want to view videos on the platform. It’s worth noting that TikTok will still make recommendations to you depending on your viewing habits.

How to Use TikTok Without an Account

TikTok recently removed the “browse as guest” feature on its app. However, that doesn’t mean that you cannot browse the platform without an account. To do so, simply open the TikTok app on your phone or computer. Don’t bother signing up for a new account. Just start browsing as intended or use the search function to look for specific videos.
Using TikTok on Phone Without Account

Alternatively, you can also use third-party websites to browse TikTok without providing any of your data. One such website is UrleBird which curates the most trending videos on TikTok. You can also use the website to dig deep into the viewer statistics of the posted videos.

 

UrleBird homepage on desktop

Browse TikTok Without Concerns

While limited, using TikTok anonymously is still possible and it barely hinders your viewing time on the app. If you want to browse TikTok and interact with others while being anonymous, you might want to use remove the profile picture from your TikTok account

FAQs

Q: Can I download videos on TikTok without an account?

A: Yes, you can still download videos while browsing anonymously. The process to download remains the same as when you’re logged in. Tap and hold the video, then select Save video.

Q: How long before TikTok account gets permanently deleted?

A: Once you initiate an account deletion, TikTok will deactivate your account for 30 days before it’s deleted permanently. If you don’t recover your account before then, it can no longer be recovered.

Q: Can I use TikTok filters without an account?

A: No, you need to log in before you can use TikTok filters even if you don’t plan on posting the video.

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Jonas Sunico

Jan 19, 2024

Jonas is a writer with over 6 years of experience in the tech and gaming industry. He holds a bachelor's degree in Journalism from University of the East Philippines and is one of the proud leaders of the academe's Journalism Society. At heart, he's a hardcore tech junkie that loves video games, the latest gadgets, and the wonderful science behind social media and AI.

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