This article will explain how to create and manage two TikTok accounts on a single mobile device. Having two accounts allows you to separate content and followers, target different audiences, and increase your reach and engagement on TikTok. There are several benefits to operating multiple accounts such as being able to post different types of content, manage a personal and business presence, and even interact with yourself across accounts.
Creating a Second TikTok Account
It’s easy to create a second TikTok account on the same phone. Here are the step-by-step instructions:
- Open the TikTok app on your phone.
- Tap on your profile icon in the bottom right corner.
- Tap on the “+” icon next to your current username at the top of the screen.
- Select “Add new account” from the menu.
- Enter a new email address and password to create your second account.
- Tap “Next” and follow any additional prompts to finish setting up the new account.
Once you’ve created a second account, you’ll be able to easily switch between them from your profile menu. This allows you to maintain separate accounts and content on the same device.
Switching Between Accounts
It’s easy to switch between multiple accounts on the TikTok app for iOS and Android without having to log out. To switch accounts:
- Open the TikTok app and tap your profile icon in the bottom right corner.
- In the menu that appears, tap “Manage account”.
- You will see a list of your accounts. Tap the account you want to switch to.
- TikTok will switch you to the selected account. You can confirm you have switched accounts by checking the username in your profile.
To switch back to your other account, simply repeat the steps above and tap on the username of the account you want to access. There is no need to logout before switching between accounts.
According to Mashable, this menu also allows you to easily add new accounts if you tap “Add account”.
Using Separate Emails
It is very important to use separate and distinct email addresses for each TikTok account you create. This is because TikTok’s policy only allows one account per email address. As stated on their official support page, “your email address can only be associated with a single TikTok account, you can’t use the same email address to create additional or multiple accounts.”
If you try to create multiple accounts with the same email, you will run into issues logging in and accessing your accounts. TikTok’s systems are designed to prevent duplicate accounts with identical credentials. As explained on Quora, “TikTok accounts are separate, and there is no direct connection between them. However, if you have promoted your second account on your primary one, TikTok may flag your second account as spam.”
Therefore, to avoid login issues and the risk of account suspension, it is highly recommended to use entirely separate and unique emails for each TikTok account created from the same mobile device. This will allow smooth access to both accounts from the same phone.
Managing Notifications
When you have multiple TikTok accounts on one phone, managing notifications can help you control which account’s alerts you see. By default, notifications are turned on for all accounts. To only see notifications from one account:
On iOS, go to Settings > Notifications > TikTok and turn off notifications for the account you want to mute. You can also turn off specific notification types like “Likes” or “Comments.”
On Android, go to Settings > Apps & Notifications > TikTok > Notifications and toggle off the account you wish to mute. You can also long press a notification and choose to turn that notification type off.
Turning off notifications for one account allows you to avoid distraction and only see alerts relevant to the account you’re currently using. You can always turn notifications back on for the muted account later if desired.
Source: https://support.tiktok.com/en/using-tiktok/messaging-and-notifications/notifications
Content Differences
Posting different content to each account is one of the most important parts of having multiple TikTok accounts. According to Reddit users, you should avoid liking or commenting between accounts, as this can trigger shadowbanning or other algorithm penalties (Source).
TikTok’s algorithm tracks each account separately, so you need to cater content specifically to each audience. For example, you could have one account for funny videos, another for cooking recipes, and a third for dance challenges. Tailoring content this way helps accounts thrive in their own niches.
Additionally, posting different content types prevents your For You feed from becoming repetitive. Users get bored fast seeing the same videos on multiple accounts. Varying content keeps each feed fresh and engaging.
Just be sure accounts stay on-brand and post content types matching their bios and usernames. This consistency helps build trust and authority with new viewers.
Following Yourself
One common question is whether you can follow your second TikTok account from your primary account. The answer is yes – you can follow your other accounts if you want. When you follow an account, the owner of that account will see that your primary account has followed them, but they won’t automatically know it’s your second account.
TikTok does not directly reveal to your followers that you have multiple accounts. So following your second account from your main does not notify your existing followers about your other account. However, if someone happens to come across your secondary account on their own through TikTok’s suggestions, they may be able to deduce it’s your second account from the follower list.
Overall, you have full control over whether to follow your secondary account from your primary or not. TikTok keeps them separate but allows you to link them this way if desired. Just know that doing so makes it possible for keen followers to potentially spot your secondary account if they see it in Suggested accounts.
Source: https://www.quora.com/Would-people-that-follow-me-on-my-TikTok-account-know-my-second-account
Duet and React Options
One benefit of having two TikTok accounts on one phone is that you can more easily interact between the accounts using features like Duets and reactions. Duets allow you to post a video side-by-side with another video, splitting the screen between the two videos (https://support.tiktok.com/en/using-tiktok/creating-videos/duets). This makes it easy to duet with yourself between your two accounts, which some creators use as a creative technique.
You can also react to your own videos between accounts, or stitch videos together. Having both accounts on one device allows for seamless creation of these interactive videos. Just switch between your accounts and tap the features you want to use. The ability to easily duet, react, and stitch between your two accounts opens up more creative options.
Live Streaming
One benefit of having multiple TikTok accounts is the ability to live stream from both accounts simultaneously. This allows you to essentially “host your own” live stream with guests by going live from one account and inviting the other account to join the live stream. To do this:
1. Go live from the first TikTok account as usual. Once your live stream begins, tap the “Multi-guest” button at the bottom of the screen.
2. Tap “Invite” and select your second TikTok account to join the live stream as a guest. You will need to quickly switch over and accept the invite from your second account.
3. Once your second account joins the live, you can toggle between both accounts on the stream – interacting with viewers, reading comments, etc. It creates an engaging “two-screen” live streaming experience.
Just remember that you will need two devices to manage this smoothly – one for each TikTok account. Using multi-guest can make your lives more dynamic and double your exposure and reach (Go Live Together via Multi-guest).
Conclusion
Having two TikTok accounts on one phone can provide some benefits, such as separating content and audiences. At the same time, it requires carefully managing notifications and logins. The main takeaways are:
- You can have two accounts by using separate emails and usernames.
- Switching between accounts requires logging out and in each time.
- Notifications need to be managed to avoid mixups between accounts.
- Accounts can be tailored for different types of content and audiences.
- You can follow and interact with yourself across accounts.
Overall, having two TikTok accounts on one phone is possible with some extra effort. The advantages like segmenting audiences and content may make it worthwhile for some users. Just be aware of the logistical challenges and take steps to keep the accounts separate.
