What is a TikTok URL?
A TikTok URL is the web address that leads directly to your TikTok profile or a specific TikTok video. It consists of the main TikTok domain (tiktok.com), the @ symbol, and then your unique TikTok username. For example: https://www.tiktok.com/@charlidamelio
TikTok URLs function similarly to URLs on other social media platforms. Just like a Twitter or Instagram profile has a custom URL, so does a TikTok account. The TikTok URL allows you to easily share your profile with others or link to it from external websites. It also gives your profile a professional, branded feel.
TikTok URLs are important for finding and identifying specific accounts. With billions of videos and creators on TikTok, the URL provides a direct pathway to a profile or video page. URLs are convenient clickable links that make sharing TikTok content seamless across the internet.
Do all TikTok accounts have customizable URLs?
Not every TikTok account is eligible for a custom URL. TikTok has specific requirements that must be met in order to get a personalized URL for your profile.
According to TikTok’s help page, to be eligible for a custom URL, your account must:
- Have a public account
- Have at least 1000 followers
- Be at least 30 days old
- Have not changed usernames in the past 30 days
Private accounts and accounts with under 1000 followers cannot currently get a customizable URL. You’ll need to grow your follower count to unlock the feature. The 30 day waiting period is to prevent users from constantly changing their username and URL.
Once your account hits 1000 followers, you’ll see a “Edit Profile” option appear in your settings. Tap this to customize your URL. Make sure it’s something short, simple, and relevant to your brand or persona.
Keep in mind the custom URL is attached to your username. If you change your username later on, your URL will also change. So pick your username wisely!
How to find your TikTok URL
Your TikTok URL is the web address that leads directly to your TikTok profile. It makes it easy for people to access your profile if they want to share it or promote your account.
There are a couple ways you can find your TikTok URL:
In the TikTok app
Open the TikTok app and tap on your profile icon in the bottom right. This will take you to your profile page. At the top, tap the three dots next to your username. In the menu that pops up, tap “Copy link.” This copies your profile URL to your clipboard so you can paste it wherever needed.
On the TikTok website
Go to tiktok.com and log into your account. Find your profile and click on your profile photo or username. In the browser address bar, you will see your TikTok URL. You can copy this or simply share the page to share your profile link.
Once you locate your TikTok URL, you can customize it if you want something shorter or more memorable than the default link.
Changing your TikTok URL
One of the benefits of having a TikTok account is the ability to customize your profile’s URL. By default, your TikTok URL will be https://www.tiktok.com/@yourusername. However, you can change it to be more customized and brandable.
Here are the steps to change your TikTok URL on both mobile and desktop:
- Open the TikTok app and tap on your profile icon in the bottom right corner. On desktop, click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
- Tap “Edit Profile” on mobile or click the “Edit Profile” button on desktop.
- Tap on the username/URL field and enter your desired custom URL. You can enter up to 30 characters.
- Tap “Save” to confirm the URL change.
According to TikTok’s support article, the availability of your preferred custom URL will depend on whether another user has already taken it [1]. TikTok recommends having a few backup URL options in case your first choice is unavailable. The platform also notes that URLs containing offensive terms, hate speech, or copyright violations will not be allowed.
TikTok URL Character Limits
When creating a custom URL for your TikTok account, there are some character restrictions to be aware of. According to TikTok’s help center, the following rules apply:
- URLs can only contain alphanumeric characters, hyphens, and underscores
- URLs cannot contain spaces or special characters
- URLs have a maximum length of 30 characters
So in summary, your TikTok username can only include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores up to a limit of 30 characters. You cannot use spaces, emojis, or other symbols when setting your custom URL. CharacterCounter.com provides a handy TikTok character counter tool to double check your URL length as you create it.
Sticking to these character restrictions will help ensure your TikTok URL is compatible across all devices and channels you share it on. A concise, simple username without special characters is recommended for branding consistency.
Using your custom URL
Once you’ve set a custom URL for your TikTok account, there are a few key ways to get the most out of it and promote your profile:
Share your new URL on other social platforms – Let your followers on Instagram, Twitter, etc. know about your new custom TikTok URL by mentioning it in your bio or in posts. This makes it easy for people to find and follow you on TikTok.
Include it in your email signature – Adding your TikTok URL to your email signature is an easy way to promote your profile. People you email for business or personal reasons can click to check out your TikTok with just one tap.
Link to it from your website or blog – If you have a website or blog, add your TikTok URL so visitors can easily find and follow you. This helps direct more traffic to your TikTok profile.
Promote it on other channels – Share your custom URL on platforms like YouTube, Twitch, etc. to gain more TikTok followers from your other channels. Mention it out loud if you create video content.
Utilize it in your TikTok bio – Once you have a custom URL, you can include it in your TikTok bio to make it easy for profile visitors to share your page.
Add it to your digital business cards – Include your unique TikTok URL on virtual business cards you share to help networking contacts find and follow you.
Promoting your TikTok profile with a custom, memorable URL can help increase your followers and views. It also builds your brand and makes it simple for anyone to locate your account.
TikTok URL Best Practices
When creating a custom URL for your TikTok account, following best practices can help make your URL more effective and avoid issues. Here are some tips:
Choose a username that is short, memorable, and relevant to your brand or content. Avoid random numbers or letters that are hard to remember. According to Buffer, URLs with real words get more clicks.
Make sure your URL does not contain prohibited content that goes against TikTok’s community guidelines such as profanity, hate speech, or nudity. Violating the guidelines could get your account suspended.
Do not include trademarked terms or copyrighted content unless you have permission. TikTok may remove URLs that infringe on intellectual property rights.
Avoid changing your URL frequently as it may confuse followers. But you can update it occasionally to reflect changes in your brand or content.
Use your custom URL consistently in your TikTok bio, website, and other social media profiles to help people find and remember it.
Make sure your URL redirects to an active profile or website. Broken links frustrate users.
Monitor your URL periodically for misuse or impersonation. You can report issues to TikTok for investigation.
Analyze click-through rates on your profile to see if your URL is effective. A popular URL can help drive traffic.
Following TikTok’s best practices for URLs can help you maximize the benefits of a customized link for your brand and avoid potential issues.
Managing multiple TikTok accounts
Many TikTok creators choose to manage multiple accounts for different purposes, content types, or audiences. While you can only log into one TikTok account at a time on the mobile app, there are a few options to easily switch between accounts:
– Use a third party app like GoLogin to log into multiple TikTok accounts simultaneously on desktop. This allows you to operate and post from different accounts without logging in and out.
– Add multiple accounts to your device and switch between them using your username and password each time. The app allows you to stay logged into multiple accounts, you just need to enter the credentials when switching.
– Create separate TikTok URLs for each account. This makes it fast and easy to switch accounts in your mobile browser by going directly to each custom URL. For example, you may have @catvideos and @cookingtips TikTok accounts with URLs tiktok.com/@catvideos and tiktok.com/@cookingtips.
Having distinct URLs and content focuses for each account makes it easier to grow and manage multiple audiences on TikTok without confusion. Just be sure to clearly define the purpose and voice for each account.
Troubleshooting TikTok URL Issues
If you run into problems changing or using your TikTok URL, there are a few common issues that may come up. Here are some troubleshooting steps to try:
Common problems changing a URL:
- Getting an error message that the URL is invalid or already taken – Try changing up the URL to something more unique.
- The new URL not updating even after changing it – Give it some time, it can take up to 24 hours for URL changes to take effect across TikTok.
- Accidentally setting your URL to someone else’s – Go back and change it again to something unique to you.
Steps to fix a broken URL:
- Make sure you’re logged into the correct TikTok account – The one where you changed the URL.
- Double check that the URL is typed correctly with no typos.
- Try clearing your browser cookies/cache and reloading the page.
- Use the TikTok mobile app to test if the URL works there.
- Contact TikTok support if the issue persists for help recovering your account URL (source).
With some troubleshooting, you should be able to resolve most TikTok URL issues. If problems continue, reach out to TikTok’s support team.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions related to TikTok URLs:
Can I change my TikTok URL?
Yes, you can change your TikTok URL at any time as long as the new URL is not already taken. Simply edit your profile to update it. See TikTok’s instructions for changing your URL.
Why can’t I get the URL I want?
If someone already has your desired username, you won’t be able to claim it as your own URL. TikTok usernames and URLs must be unique. Try variations or additions until you find one available.
Do I have to use my real name in my URL?
No, you don’t have to use your real name. You can create a customized URL based on your username or any name not already taken.
In summary, all TikTok accounts can get a customized URL to make it easy to share your profile. You can change it anytime to anything unique and available. Just be sure to follow the character limits and other requirements.
