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How do I delete a video on TikTok?

TikTok is a social media platform that lets you create and watch short videos. But there may be times when you feel the need to delete a TikTok video you previously shared. Perhaps the video doesn't represent who you are now, or maybe you regret posting it. Whatever the reason, deleting a TikTok video is a simple process. In this article, we'll explain how to delete a TikTok video in four easy steps.

Why delete a TikTok video?

Before you delete a TikTok video, it can be helpful to consider your reasons for doing so. Here are some common reasons why TikTok users might want to delete their videos:

You are not satisfied with the final result of your video and you feel that it does not reflect your creativity or personality.
You have changed your mind about the content or message of your video and you think it may be misinterpreted or offensive to some viewers.
You have received negative comments or reports on your video and you want to avoid further problems or penalties.
You want to protect your privacy or that of other people who appear in your video and you don't want them to be exposed to the public.
You want to free up space on your profile or device and you don't want to keep unnecessary or outdated videos.

Whatever your reason, be aware that deleting a TikTok video is irreversible. Once you delete a video, it disappears permanently from the platform and you cannot recover it. That's why it's important to think carefully before deleting a TikTok video.

How do I delete a public TikTok video?

If you have shared a TikTok video publicly, meaning it is visible to all users of the platform, here's how to delete it:

Open the TikTok app and log in to your account.
Go to your profile by pressing the Person icon in the navigation bar.
Select the video you want to delete by dragging it left or right.
Tap the three-dot icon located to the right of the video.
Select "Delete" from the context menu that appears.
Confirm the deletion by pressing "Delete" again.

And there you have it, your public TikTok video is deleted! It will no longer appear on your profile or in other users' news feeds.

How do I delete a private TikTok video?

If you have shared a TikTok video privately, meaning it is only visible to you, here's how to delete it:

Open the TikTok app and log in to your account.
Go to your profile by pressing the Person icon in the navigation bar.
Tap the padlock icon in the top right corner to access your private videos.
Select the video you want to delete by dragging it left or right.
Tap the three-dot icon located to the right of the video.
Select "Delete" from the context menu that appears.
Confirm the deletion by pressing "Delete" again.

And there you have it, your private TikTok video is deleted! It will no longer appear on your profile or in your private video gallery.

How do I delete a TikTok video on a PC?

If you use a computer to access TikTok, you can also delete your videos from the platform's website. Here's how:

Open your web browser and go to the TikTok website.
Log in to your account using your credentials or social media accounts.
Go to your profile by clicking on the Person icon in the upper right corner.
Select the video you want to delete by clicking on it.
Click on the three dots located to the right of the video.
Select “Delete” from the context menu that appears.
Confirm the deletion by clicking “Delete” again.

And there you have it, your TikTok video has been deleted from your PC! It will no longer appear on your profile or in other users' news feeds.

FAQ

How to delete all TikTok videos at once?

There is no official way to delete all TikTok videos at once. You must delete each video individually by following the steps described above. However, if you want to permanently delete all your TikTok videos and your account, you can follow these steps:

Open the TikTok app on your PC or Android device.
Log in to your account using your credentials or social media accounts.
Go to your profile by clicking or tapping the Person icon in the upper right corner or in the navigation bar.
Click or tap the three dots in the upper right corner¹².
Select "Manage my account" from the menu that appears¹².
Scroll down and click or tap "Delete account"¹².
Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the deletion of your account.

Warning: Deleting your TikTok account will permanently delete all your videos, subscriptions, followers, messages, comments, likes, and personal data. You will not be able to recover your account or videos once you confirm the deletion.

How do I download a TikTok video before deleting it?

If you want to keep a copy of your TikTok video before deleting it, you can download it to your device. Here's how:

Open the TikTok app and log in to your account.
Go to your profile by pressing the Person icon in the navigation bar.
Select the video you want to download by dragging it left or right.
Tap the three-dot icon located to the right of the video.
Select "Save video" from the context menu that appears.
Wait for the video to download to your device.

You can then find your video in your photo or video gallery. You can also share it on other platforms or applications if you wish.

How do I report or get someone else's TikTok video removed?

If you come across a TikTok video that bothers you or violates the platform's rules, you can report it to TikTok for review and possible removal. Here's how:

Open the TikTok app and log in to your account.
Watch the video you want to report.
Press and hold your finger on the screen until a menu appears.
Select "Report" from the menu that appears.
Choose the reason for the report from the options provided.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the report.

TikTok will review your report and take appropriate action if necessary. You will receive a notification when your report has been processed.

How do I undo the deletion of a TikTok video?

Unfortunately, it's not possible to undo the deletion of a TikTok video once you've confirmed it. The video is permanently removed from the platform and you can't recover it. That's why it's important to think carefully before deleting a TikTok video.

If you wish to keep a copy of your TikTok video before deleting it, you can download it to your device by following the steps described above.

How to hide a TikTok video without deleting it?

If you want to make a TikTok video invisible to other users without deleting it, you can make it private. Here's how:

Open the TikTok app on your PC or Android device.
Log in to your account using your credentials or social media accounts.
Go to your profile by clicking or tapping the Person icon in the upper right corner or in the navigation bar.
Select the video you want to hide by clicking or dragging it left or right.
Click or tap the three dots to the right of the video¹².
Select “Privacy settings” from the context menu that appears¹².
Activate the "Private" option to make the video visible only to yourself.

You can also make all your videos private by default by changing your account's privacy settings. Here's how:

Open the TikTok app on your PC or Android device.
Log in to your account using your credentials or social media accounts.
Go to your profile by clicking or tapping the Person icon in the upper right corner or in the navigation bar.
Click or tap the three dots in the upper right corner¹².
Select “Privacy” from the menu that appears¹².
Activate the "Private Account" option to make all your videos visible only to yourself.

How do I remove the TikTok logo from a video?

If you want to remove the TikTok logo from a video, you can use a third-party app that allows you to remove the video watermark. Many apps are available on the Google Play Store or the App Store that offer this feature. Here's how:

Download and install an app that allows you to remove the TikTok logo from a video, such as Remove & Add Watermark, Video Eraser or InShot.
Open the application and grant it the necessary permissions to access your files.
Select the TikTok video you want to edit by uploading it from your device or copying it from the share link.
Use the watermark removal tool to select and erase the TikTok logo from the video.
Save and export the edited video to your device or share it on other platforms.

Note that some apps may reduce video quality or add their own watermark after editing. You can also try cropping or zooming the video to hide the TikTok logo, but this may affect the framing or content of the video.

Conclusion

You now know how to delete a TikTok video in a few simple steps. Whether for personal or professional reasons, you have complete control over your TikTok videos and can delete them at any time. Remember that deleting a TikTok video is irreversible, so think carefully before doing so. If you have any questions or comments, please let us know in the section below.