Summary by Editor: Musical.ly officially merged into TikTok on August 2, 2018, after ByteDance’s $1B acquisition. The transition was smooth, and all user content was automatically transferred to TikTok. TikTok introduced new features like the For You Page, Duets, longer videos, and monetization too...
Many users wonder whether TikTok alerts others when their videos, stories or live streams are screen recorded. Since screen recording can be used for saving content, analyzing tutorials or sharing moments, it is important to know what the platform detects and whether any notifications are sent. Unde...
Summary by Editor: Screen sharing on TikTok Live lets you broadcast your device’s display directly to viewers for tutorials, demos and interactive sessions. Before going live, check device compatibility, update your OS and confirm TikTok has the necessary screen recording and microphone permissions...
Summary by Editor: TikTok shows unwanted videos based on your viewing habits, interaction patterns and small signals the algorithm interprets as interest. Using tools like “Not Interested,” blocking creators and filtering keywords helps remove entire categories you do not want on your feed. Reporti...
Summary by Editor: TikTok suggests friends using contact data, social connections and behavioral tracking signals across linked accounts and devices. You can disable suggestions by turning off “Suggest Your Account to Others” and stopping the “People You May Know” recommendations in Privacy setting...
Summary by Editor: TikTok may stop showing your videos to followers when early engagement, retention, or relevance signals drop. A sudden decrease in Following feed traffic and reduced impressions across hashtags often indicate restricted visibility. Soft restrictions can appear after guideline fla...
Summary by Editor: “AMOS” on TikTok stands for “Add Me On Snapchat,” often seen in captions and bios. It’s used by creators to direct followers from TikTok to their Snapchat accounts. This acronym reflects the platform's cross-promotion culture among Gen Z users. AMOS is especiall...
Summary by Editor: “OD” on TikTok means someone or something is *over the top*, *excessive*, or *doing too much*. Originates from “overdose” but in slang form is used playfully to highlight extremes. Common in comments like “That’s OD” or “You’re OD” when reacting to someone’s style, behavior or ...
Summary by Editor: "IB" means "Inspired By" and is used to credit original creators of trends or ideas on TikTok. It helps foster respect, creativity, and community engagement across the platform. Often appears in captions like "IB: @username" to indicate the source of inspiration. ...
Summary by Editor: “PMO” stands for “Piss Me Off,” a raw slang term expressing frustration or irritation on TikTok. It appears in reaction videos, sarcastic captions, and comments that turn anger into relatable humor. Creators use PMO with emojis or exaggeration to keep tone balanced and engaging. ...
Summary by Editor: “WAP” stands for “Wet-Ass Pussy,” a bold slang term popularized by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s viral hit. On TikTok, WAP evolved into a symbol of empowerment, confidence, and unapologetic self-expression. The term appears in dance challenges, memes, and captions highlightin...
Summary by Editor: ONB stands for “Outward Nose Breathe,” a slang term expressing subtle amusement or disbelief online. It’s used across TikTok, Instagram, and group chats to convey quiet laughter or irony without exaggeration. ONB is the relaxed alternative to louder acronyms like LOL or LMAO, fit...