TikTok has exploded in popularity over the past few years, becoming one of the most used social media platforms globally. As of January 2023, TikTok has over 1 billion monthly active users worldwide (Source). With so many people using TikTok, it’s common for users to have multiple accounts for different purposes. Logging in and out of these accounts allows users to easily switch between them.
There are several benefits to having multiple TikTok accounts. Users may want one account for viewing content related to their hobbies and interests, another account for posting personal videos to friends and family, an account for professional networking, and more. By compartmentalizing content across accounts, users can create a tailored experience and protect their privacy. Additionally, TikTok limits the number of accounts a user can follow, so having multiple accounts expands how much content someone can subscribe to. Overall, multiple accounts allow users full control over what content they consume and share on TikTok.
Prerequisites
In order to switch between multiple TikTok accounts on the same device, you must have already created and logged into the accounts beforehand. TikTok does not limit the number of accounts you can create, so you can have as many accounts as you want tied to a single phone number or email address. However, to log in to multiple accounts on one device, each account needs to have a unique username, email, and password combination.
According to TikTok’s Terms of Service, you cannot maintain multiple accounts for deceptive purposes, such as artificially inflating your following or engagement metrics. As long as you use each account legitimately and transparently, it is acceptable to have more than one account on the same device (Source).
Logging Out
To log out of your current TikTok account, you need to fully sign out rather than just closing the app. This is an important step to ensure no one else can access your account if they pick up your phone or device.
On the TikTok app home screen, tap the “Me” icon in the bottom right corner. This will open up your profile page.
Next, tap the three horizontal lines in the top right corner to open the menu. Choose “Settings and privacy” from the menu.
Under “Account,” select “Log out.” This will sign you out of your TikTok account across all devices.
Closing the TikTok app without logging out may just temporarily pause your session. So make sure to fully log out if you want to switch accounts or let someone else use your device.
You can also log out on the TikTok website by clicking your profile icon and selecting “Log out.” This will also sign you out across all devices.
Selecting the Account
On the login screen, users will be presented with options to log into different TikTok accounts if they have multiple accounts linked to the device. To choose which account to log into:
Tap on the profile icon in the top right corner of the login screen. This will bring up a menu showing any accounts that are already logged in or linked to the device (Source: https://support.tiktok.com/en/log-in-troubleshoot/log-in).
From this menu, tap on the profile picture of the account you want to switch to. This will populate the username and password fields with the credentials for that account.
Alternatively, if you want to manually enter the username of a different linked account instead of selecting it from the menu, tap on the “Change account” text below the username field. This will clear the fields so you can type in the desired username (Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVOQr7So8-Q).
Once the correct username is entered, proceed to enter the account’s password and log in normally.
Entering Credentials
To switch to another TikTok account, you will need to enter the username and password for that account. Here are the steps to input the login credentials:
1. On the TikTok login page, tap on the “Use email/phone/username” option.
2. Enter the username or email associated with the TikTok account you want to switch to. Make sure it is typed correctly.
3. Enter the password for that TikTok account. Tap on the “eye” icon to reveal the password as you type if needed.
4. Check the “Remember me” box if you want TikTok to remember the login for that account on the device. This makes switching accounts easier next time.
5. Tap the “Log in” button.
TikTok should then log you into the account associated with the username/email and password you entered. Make sure to enter the correct credentials or you will not be able to access the account.
Two-Factor Authentication
If you have enabled two-factor authentication (2FA) on your TikTok account, you will need to enter a verification code after inputting your password to log in. TikTok’s 2FA helps provide an extra layer of security by requiring you to verify your identity using something you own, like your phone or authentication app.
To log into an account with 2FA enabled:
1. Enter your username and password as usual on the TikTok login page.
2. After clicking Log In, you will be prompted for your 6-digit 2FA code.
3. Open the authentication app you used to set up 2FA, such as Google Authenticator or Authy. Enter the 6-digit code currently displayed in the app.
4. Click Submit. You will then be logged into your TikTok account.
If you do not have access to the authentication app you originally used, you can request a 2FA reset email from TikTok via the “Can’t get the code?” link on the 2FA prompt screen. This will send a password reset link to your email on file allowing you to disable 2FA and set it up again.
For more details, refer to TikTok’s help article on Two-Step Verification.
Login Issues
Sometimes when trying to log in to TikTok, you may encounter an error saying your password is incorrect even though you are certain it is right. There are a few things you can try to troubleshoot this:
First, double check that you are using the correct email/username and password combination. It’s easy to mix up different accounts, so taking an extra moment to confirm everything is right can help.
If you are certain the credentials are correct, try resetting your password. You can reset it by going to the login page and selecting “Forgot password?” to initiate the reset process. Resetting the password generates a new one and logs you out of all devices, which can resolve login issues.
Make sure your caps lock is not on, as that could make your password appear incorrect. Also check for any typos or autocorrect errors that may have changed what you typed.
Try logging in from another device as well. If your credentials work there but not on a specific device, it points to an issue with that particular device rather than your account.
You can also try manually logging out first before attempting to log back in. On the login page, select “Log out from other devices” to fully logout everywhere before logging in again.
If you still cannot get in, you may need to contact TikTok support for additional help troubleshooting. You can reach their support team within the app or at https://support.tiktok.com/en/log-in-troubleshoot/log-in.
Switching Accounts
After you login to one TikTok account, it’s easy to switch to a different account without having to fully log out. According to Mashable, simply go to your profile page and tap on your username at the top. This will open a menu where you can select “Switch Accounts.” Tap on that option.
You will then see a list of all the accounts you have logged into on that device. Tap on the account name you want to switch to. TikTok will automatically log you out of your current account and into the account you selected without you having to re-enter your password.
As Dexerto explains, this makes it very quick and easy to toggle between any accounts you have set up. You can seamlessly switch whenever you want to post content from a different account or view that account’s feed.
Managing Multiple Accounts
TikTok only allows for several non-business profiles per device. Having more than one account using the same device and personal details can lead to account bans and other restrictions (Shift, 2022). While it is best to limit personal accounts, users can safely operate multiple business accounts by utilizing third-party tools like GoLogin (GoLogin, 2023).
When managing multiple accounts, be careful not to like, comment, or engage with the same content from different accounts. TikTok’s algorithm may flag this behavior as suspicious. Also avoid posting duplicate or highly similar content across accounts, as this could get accounts banned for spam (Reddit, 2022).
The safest way to manage multiple accounts is to use separate devices and email addresses for each one. Log in and out of each account fully before switching. With business accounts, use professional tools designed for social media management to avoid red flags.
In general, limit personal accounts and focus efforts on one or two quality profiles. Businesses should create separate accounts for different services, campaigns or initiatives. Proper organization and management will allow multiple accounts to coexist successfully.
Conclusion
In summary, it is possible to log back into another TikTok account on the same device by first logging out of your current account. You can then select which account you want to log into on the login screen and enter the correct credentials. TikTok allows you to have multiple accounts linked to the same device. However, it’s important to be cautious about actively using more than one account, as TikTok may flag this activity if the accounts are not clearly differentiated. Overall, managing multiple TikTok accounts takes some care but can be done successfully by logging out fully between accounts and maintaining distinct purposes for each one.
