A reposted TikTok is when a user shares someone else’s TikTok video to their own profile feed. This allows the reposting user to easily share content they like with their own followers. However, there are some reasons why a user may want to undo a reposted TikTok video:
- The original video’s creator asked for the repost to be removed.
- The reposted video is receiving negative feedback or is no longer relevant.
- The repost was accidental or done without permission.
- The reposted content doesn’t align with the reposter’s brand or content style.
- To maintain original content and credit creators, rather than just resharing others’ videos.
Fortunately, it’s possible to undo a reposted TikTok by deleting it or changing settings. This guide will explain the steps to remove reposts on TikTok.
Check Your TikTok Settings
The first thing you’ll want to do is check your TikTok settings to see if you have reposting enabled. To do this:
- Open the TikTok app and tap on the profile icon in the bottom right corner.
- Go to “Settings and privacy” in the menu.
- Select “Privacy” and then tap on “Reposting.”
- Here you can toggle reposting on or off. If it’s enabled, turn it off.
Disabling reposting means other people will no longer be able to share your videos without your permission. According to TikTok’s support page, this prevents your content from being reshared in the future.
Delete the Repost
If you’ve recently reposted a video on TikTok that you now want to remove, deleting the repost is straightforward. Simply open the TikTok app and go to the reposted video on your profile. Tap on the three dots in the bottom right corner of the video thumbnail and select “Delete” from the menu. This will delete your repost and remove it from your TikTok profile.
According to Dexerto, deleting a repost is the same process whether you’re on an iPhone or Android device. After tapping “Delete,” confirm that you want to delete the repost by selecting “Delete” again on the pop-up prompt.
Once deleted, the reposted video will no longer appear on your profile or TikTok feed. The original video will remain unaffected and still be viewable by its creator and anyone else it was shared with. Deleting your repost simply removes your instance of sharing the video – the original will stay intact.
Report Copyright Infringement
If someone has reposted your original video without permission, you can report a copyright infringement directly to TikTok. Use TikTok’s copyright infringement form located at https://www.tiktok.com/legal/report/copyright?lang=en.
On the form, provide a statement explaining that you are the copyright owner and did not authorize the use of your content. Include links to your original video as proof. TikTok will review your claim and may remove the infringing content if it violates their community guidelines. Reporting copyright infringement can help protect your original creations.
Contact the Original Creator
If you see your original video reposted by another user without your permission, the best first step is to directly contact the reposter and politely ask them to take it down. You can send the user a respectful comment or direct message:
“Hi, I noticed you reposted my TikTok video without my permission. I kindly ask that you please remove the repost, as the content belongs to me. Thank you for understanding.”
Keep your message friendly and concise. The reposter may not have realized they were infringing on your copyright. If they comply and remove it promptly, the issue can potentially be resolved amicably.
To direct message the reposter, go to their profile, tap the three dots in the top right corner, and choose “message.” Be sure to include a link to your original video in your message so they can easily find and delete their repost.
If contacting them directly doesn’t work, you may need to take additional steps like reporting the content or contacting TikTok. But reaching out politely yourself is always the recommended first option.
Make Your Account Private
Making your TikTok account private is a simple way to prevent your videos from being reposted without your permission. When your account is private, only people you approve as followers can see your videos. This stops other users from viewing, downloading, and reuploading your content.
To make your TikTok account private:
- Open the TikTok app and go to your profile page
- Tap on the three dot menu in the upper right corner
- Select “Privacy and Safety”
- Toggle the switch for “Private Account” on
Once you set your account to private, TikTok will automatically remove your existing followers. You’ll then need to manually approve follow requests for anyone to see your videos going forward.
Making your account private prevents your videos being accessed and reposted without consent. It gives you full control over who can view and share your content.
Turn Off Sharing
The most direct way to prevent your TikTok videos from being shared or reposted is to disable the share feature in your TikTok settings. To do this:
- Open the TikTok app and go to your profile page.
- Tap the three dots in the upper right corner to open the menu.
- Select “Settings and privacy”.
- Go to “Privacy and safety” and tap “Share preference”.
- Toggle off “Allow others to share my videos”.
This will completely disable the share button on your videos, preventing anyone from reposting them without your permission. As TikTok explains in their support article, “No one will be able to share your videos when this setting is turned off.” Just be aware that this will also prevent your fans from being able to easily share your content.
Watermark Your Videos
One way to make it more difficult for others to repost your videos without permission is to add a watermark. A watermark is a small logo or text overlay that appears on top of your video. This identifies the content as yours.
To add a watermark in TikTok, go to your profile page and tap the three dots in the top right corner. Select “Creator Tools” then tap “Watermark”. You can choose from several different watermark designs or create your own custom one.
Having a watermark on all your videos will discourage reposters. If someone does repost your video, the watermark will still be visible, allowing viewers to identify the original creator. According to TikTok’s community guidelines, reposted videos should always credit the original creator.
Spread Awareness
Educating your followers about proper repost etiquette is one of the best ways to combat content theft on TikTok. Many users simply don’t understand that reposting without credit is unethical and can get accounts banned. You can help prevent unauthorized reposts by regularly sharing tips on attribution best practices.
Explain how creators can add the original video’s URL or mention the original creator in the caption when reposting. Stress the importance of asking permission first before resharing someone else’s content. Referencing the TikTok community guidelines on intellectual property can help reinforce your message.
Shed light on the harm caused by reposts without proper credit. Content creators rely on views, likes, comments, and shares to grow their accounts. Reposting without attribution denies them engagement and damages their ability to monetize their work. Fostering a culture of crediting original creators ensures TikTok remains a vibrant, collaborative community.
You may also consider calling out accounts guilty of serial reposting without permission. While avoiding bullying or harassment, politely ask them to credit sources going forward. Maintain a positive tone focused on community education rather than accusation. With persistence and compassion, you can play a role in improving repost ethics on TikTok.
Conclusion
If you find one of your TikTok videos has been reposted without your permission, don’t panic. There are a few steps you can take to try to remove or minimize the effects of the unauthorized repost.
First, check your TikTok settings and turn off video sharing. This will prevent other users from being able to repost your content in the future.
You can also directly ask the person who reposted your video to delete it by commenting on their post or messaging them. Explain that it is your original content and you did not give them permission to repost.
If the video remains up, you can report it to TikTok for copyright infringement. Provide proof that it is your original content and request the reposted video be taken down.
As a last resort, you can contact a lawyer to issue a DMCA takedown notice. But typically reporting the video to TikTok directly will resolve the issue.
Going forward, you may want to watermark your videos or make your account private. This will help protect your content and prevent future unauthorized reposts. Spreading awareness about proper TikTok etiquette can also encourage respect for original creators.
