Is the TikTok app safe to use?

How safe is TikTok? Using any social network can be risky, but it’s possible for kids to safely use the app with adult supervision (and a private account). TikTok has different rules for different ages: Users under 13 can’t post videos or comment, and content is curated for a younger audience.

Can you get hacked from watching TikTok?

TikTok may have vulnerabilities that could lead to hackers taking advantage of your videos. Such access includes the ability to upload and delete videos. It’s possible to change videos from public to private, too. TikTok’s setup could also allow hackers to send users to malicious websites, too.

Does TikTok spy on your phone?

However, TikTok’s privacy policy states they “collect certain information from you when you use the Platform including when you are using the app without an account”. This “technical information” includes your IP address, mobile carrier, timezone and more.

Can TikTok be hacked?

The texts could include a link that would give the hacker access to the user’s TikTok account, The Verge reports. Such access includes the ability to upload and delete videos. It’s possible to change videos from public to private, too. TikTok’s setup could also allow hackers to send users to malicious websites, too.

Can you download TikTok from a text message?

On the app’s own site, there is a function that lets users send a text message to themselves so they can download the app. But attackers could create a fake text message that appeared to be from TikTok, but actually contained a malicious link.

What is TikTok and why is it popular?

The social media platform TikTok came to the United States in August 2018 and quickly grew in popularity, amassing an estimated 65 million active U.S. users. The app is most popular with teenagers, but has reached and appealed to audiences of all ages. As its popularity spreads, the app has received criticisms for its privacy and security .

What is Apple’s copy/paste issue with TikTok?

Talal Haj Bakry and Tommy Mysk reported Apple’s copy/paste issue, whereby any active app can “snoop” on the universal clipboard. TikTok was highlighted as a high-profile example of one such app doing exactly that.