How to Watch TikTok Content Without Having to Install the App

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No app? No problem—here’s how you can still watch TikTok content
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Do you want to watch TikToks but you really don't want to download the app? Thankfully, you can do this using TikTok's website, other social media apps, or a TikTok viewer. In this article, we'll walk you through each method step-by-step so you can keep up with all the popular TikToks without downloading the app.

Things You Should Know

  • You can watch TikToks on TikTok's website, but you'll only be able to like, comment, and follow creators if you log in with an account.
  • Many TikToks are reposted on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, or YouTube.
  • YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook also have short-form videos that are often similar to TikToks.
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TikTok Website

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    TikTok is most popular on mobile phones , but it also has a website where you can watch all of your favorite TikTok videos. To get started, just point your web browser to https://www.tiktok.com/explore .
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    You can watch videos on TikTok's website without an account, though you won't be able to like, comment, or follow creators if you're not logged in.
    • If you already have a TikTok account or want to create one , you can log in on the website version of TikTok.
    • Use the up and down arrows to scroll between videos and the M button to mute or unmute the video. If you're logged in, you can use the L button to like a video. [1]
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Reposts on Social Media

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    TikTok videos are often reposted to other social media sites, either by the creator or by other people. You can usually find TikTok reposts quite easily by just looking through the short-form video sections of these sites, but you may need to search for specific keywords (such as TikTok, for example). You could also search for your favorite TikTok creators to see if they've reposted their own TikToks on these sites. You can tell if a video is a TikTok repost because it will have the TikTok logo in the corner of the video. The social media sites that are popular for TikTok reposts are:
    • YouTube: The Shorts button is on the sidebar of YouTube's website and in the bar at the bottom of the screen on YouTube's app.
    • Instagram: The Reels button is on the sidebar of Instagram's website and in the bar at the bottom of the Instagram app screen.
    • Facebook: The Video button is on the sidebar of Facebook's website and the bar at the bottom of the screen on Facebook's app. After clicking on the Video option, you can sort by Reels by clicking the Reels button on the sidebar (website) or top bar (app).
    • Twitter/X: Twitter doesn't have a specific filter that will only display videos. You can try searching some keywords and going to the Media tab, or look for Twitter accounts that only repost TikToks.
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    The TikTok short-form video formula has been emulated with YouTube Shorts and Instagram/Facebook Reels . While many TikToks are reposted as Shorts or Reels, you can also find original content that isn't from TikTok at all.
    • Many Shorts and Reels creators follow similar trends as TikTok creators, so there's a good chance you'll find something you like to watch.
    • Some TikTok creators might post exclusive content to their YouTube Shorts or Instagram/Facebook Reels, so try finding your favorite TikTok creators on these platforms to see if you can find new or special content.
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TikTok Viewer

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    A TikTok viewer website allows you to look at TikTok videos without being logged in or having the app installed. While many websites advertise themselves as TikTok viewer websites, UrleBird is the easiest to use and most straightforward option.
    • Remember to only use websites that you 100% trust.

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    If I do not have the TikTok app but watch some videos via other social media sources, am I exposing myself?
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    No, you are not exposing yourself because watching video is not a big thing. If you respond on the videos like giving comments and likes, then you are exposing yourself.
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