TikTok’s Future in the U.S.: What You Need to Know
TikTok could face a nationwide ban for U.S. users as soon as Sunday if the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a law targeting its Chinese parent company takes effect. Here’s a breakdown of what this means and how it could impact users.
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The Current Landscape
On Friday, the Supreme Court upheld a law requiring TikTok’s Chinese parent company to sell the app by January 19. President-elect Trump acknowledged the decision, stating, “My decision on TikTok will be made in the not-too-distant future, but I must have time to review the situation.”
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre added:
- “TikTok should remain available to Americans, but simply under American ownership or other ownership that addresses the national security concerns identified by Congress.”
What Could Happen If TikTok Is Banned?
If the ban takes effect on Sunday:
- TikTok’s U.S. video library could go offline if hosting provider Oracle withdraws support.
- Access via web browsers would be restricted unless users employ a VPN (Virtual Private Network), which encrypts internet traffic and bypasses geographic restrictions.
- Updates for the app may not be available to U.S.-based accounts.
How to Save TikTok Videos
If you want to preserve your favorite TikTok content before a potential ban, follow these steps:
- Using TikTok’s Save Feature:
- Open the TikTok app and navigate to the video.
- Tap the Share button.
- Select “Save video.”
Note: If the “Save video” option is unavailable, the creator has disabled downloads.
- Third-Party Tools:
- Screen Recording:
- As a last resort, use your device’s screen recording feature to capture the video manually.
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Downloading Your TikTok Data
To safeguard your profile information, you can request a copy of your TikTok data, including your username, video history, and privacy settings:
- Go to Profile > Menu ☰ > Settings and privacy > Account > Download your data.
- Choose the data you want to include and request the file.
- TikTok will notify you once the data file is ready for download.
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What’s Next?
With the administration change happening Monday, the decision to ban TikTok may shift. For now, users should prepare for potential restrictions while monitoring developments closely.
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