Want to find a specific person’s TikTok account but don’t know their username? Searching for someone’s TikTok can be done in a few different ways. Here are the main methods to search and find someone’s TikTok account.
Using the TikTok Search Bar
The most straightforward way to search for someone’s TikTok is to use the search bar at the top of the TikTok app or website. Type the person’s full name or username into the search bar and results related to that name will appear.
For common names, this may bring up multiple accounts. Look through the results for identifying details like profile photo, bio info, etc. to determine if you’ve found the right account.
Tips for Using the Search Bar
- Make sure to use the person’s exact username if you know it, which will take you right to their profile.
- If you only know their name, try variations like full name, first/last name, nickname, etc.
- Add details after their name like city, school, interests, etc. to narrow down results.
Searching Friends Lists
If you know the person you’re searching for is connected on TikTok with one of your friends or followers, check their friends list.
Go to your friend’s profile, tap on the “Friends” tab, and browse their list of followers. See if the TikTok account you’re searching for appears there.
Tips for Searching Friends Lists
- Prioritize checking friends lists of close friends who likely have similar connections.
- If you don’t see the account, tap “Followers” instead of “Friends” to expand your search.
- You can also search your own followers/following lists if applicable.
Using TikTok’s “Discover” Page
TikTok’s Discover page shows popular and trending content. Search for someone here by typing their name into the search bar at the top of the Discover page.
While less targeted than a profile search, checking Discover can surface posts and accounts related to the name you searched for.
Tips for Using Discover
- Use Discover to find verified accounts which often appear at the top.
- Look through results for both posts and accounts related to the name.
- Refine your search by adding location details if known.
Searching Hashtags They Use
If you know any common hashtags the person uses in their videos, search those hashtags to uncover posts. Their account may appear in the results or comments.
Useful hashtags to search are their name (like #johndoe), interest/niche hashtags or branded ones if they’re an influencer.
Tips for Searching Hashtags
- Combine their name and niche hashtags like #johndoeguitar to narrow results.
- Click on videos appearing under the hashtag to see if they are posted by the account.
- Toggle between Top and Latest posts to vary the results you see.
Using the “Following” Tab on Related Accounts
Find TikTok accounts associated with the person like close friends, partners or businesses. Go to those accounts’ profiles and check their “Following” list.
See if the TikTok account you want is among the people those related accounts follow. This works well for finding accounts of partners, family members, etc.
Tips for Using the Following Tab
- Identify the right related accounts to check by thinking about who would likely follow the person.
- Don’t forget to check the “Followers” list too on those accounts.
- A variation is checking the account you want’s own Following/Followers list.
Searching External Sites & Resources
If the person has an external website or blog, look to see if they list their TikTok handle there. Social media links are often shared publicly.
You can also search on sites like YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Many people use the same username across platforms.
Tips for Searching Other Sites
- Common places to check are websites, YouTube descriptions, Instagram bios, etc.
- Use Google to search their name plus “TikTok” in case it’s mentioned anywhere.
- Look them up on influencer databases which compile social handles.
Using Your Phone’s Contacts
If you have the person’s phone number or email address saved, search TikTok’s contacts upload feature which looks for matches with your existing contacts.
Go to your profile, tap the 3 lines menu > Contacts > Sync Contacts. Follow the prompts to upload numbers/emails from your phone.
Tips for Syncing Contacts
- Syncing works best if you have the person’s mobile number or primary email address.
- Double check that you’ve saved the right, current contact info for them.
- You can manually search the uploaded contacts for common usernames.
Enabling Related Account Suggestions
TikTok can recommend accounts that are similar to ones you already follow. Turn this feature on to surface more accounts related to your search.
Go to Settings > Suggested accounts and turn on “Accounts Similar To Contacts” and “Accounts You Might Know.”
Tips for Using Suggestions
- Make sure you’re already following some accounts related to the person.
- Suggestions may appear on Discover or Following tabs.
- Adjust settings if you get too many irrelevant suggestions.
Browsing Their Liked Videos
If you’ve located the profile of someone with a common/anonymous username, browse their Liked videos.
This can give you a better sense of their interests and help confirm if you’ve found the right person.
Tips for Viewing Liked Videos
- Pay attention to niche interests that can ID someone.
- Look for consistent likes from another account (their original one).
- Toggle between Most Recent and Most Popular liked videos.
Searching via Email or Phone Number
TikTok allows searching for accounts linked to a specific email address or phone number.
Go to Settings > Privacy > Find contacts by phone and email. Enter the available contact info and search.
Tips for Searching by Contact Info
- This requires knowing the person’s exact contact data.
- Use a mobile number or active email address for best results.
- Double check search info is current before performing lookup.
Using Third-Party Search Tools
Websites like Revelle, TopSult, and Social Blade have TikTok-specific account search tools. Enter a name to see associated accounts surface.
These aren’t officially affiliated with TikTok but can aid more advanced searches.
Tips for Third-Party Tools
- Use these to lookup verified or high-profile accounts.
- Try different name spelling variations for best results.
- Complement other manual search methods for accuracy.
Finding someone’s TikTok account takes some detective work, but combining a few of these search methods can help you successfully uncover the profile you’re seeking. Always double check for confirming details before interacting with any account.
