Finding someone on TikTok using just their email address can be tricky since TikTok does not have a built-in search function to look up users by email. However, there are a few methods you can try to locate someone’s TikTok account using their email.
Check if the email is associated with a TikTok account
The easiest way is to simply try signing into TikTok using the email address. If the email is registered with an account, it will log you into that user’s TikTok profile. This works for both new and existing TikTok accounts.
To check, open the TikTok app and tap on “Log in” on the bottom right. On the login page, select “Use email/phone/username” and enter the full email address. If the email is associated with a TikTok account, it will log you into that account.
Search by username
Many people use the same username across multiple social media platforms and email providers. If you know the person’s username on another site like Instagram or Gmail, there’s a good chance it will be the same on TikTok.
To search by username, open TikTok and tap on the “Search” magnifying glass icon at the bottom. Type in the exact username in the search bar. If an account with that username exists, it will show up in the results. Tap on it to open the profile.
Look up their other social media accounts
Check if the person has publicly listed their TikTok account username in their bio or posts on other social platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook etc. People often showcase their TikTok on other social media profiles to cross-promote.
For example, if you find their Instagram account, their Instagram bio may contain a link to their TikTok profile like “@theirusername”. Their TikTok can also be tagged in Instagram photos and videos. This allows you to discover their TikTok username which you can then search on TikTok directly.
Search via friends or contacts
If you and the person share a common friend or contact, you can try reaching out to ask if they know the individual’s TikTok account. Mutual friends who follow each other on social media often know their various account handles.
Alternatively, browse through the follower/following lists of your shared connections. There’s a possibility they might be following the person’s TikTok account which you can then visit.
Use Google search
One of the most effective ways to dig up someone’s social media account is by searching on Google. Here are some useful search operators to try on Google to find someone’s TikTok:
- “site:tiktok.com” along with their name or username – This searches TikTok profiles only
- “their name” + “tiktok” – Broad search that may show associated accounts
- Email address in quotes – May reveal associated accounts
Scour through the Google results and click on any relevant TikTok profiles. Check if they match the person whom you’re searching for based on bio info, posts, etc.
Use social media lookup tools
There are various free social media lookup tools and sites that index public information on people’s online footprint across the web and social networks. These include:
Enter the person’s name, email, location or other details on these platforms. They utilize advanced data mining to find associated social media accounts including TikTok profiles, if available.
Use the email lookup feature on websites
Some websites provide an email address search/lookup feature that lets you find details on the person owning an email ID, including associated social media accounts.
For instance, Lookup.Email and VerifyEmailAddress allow looking up TikTok accounts connected to an email address.
However, this depends on the email provider and privacy settings. It likely won’t work for emails from privacy-centric services like ProtonMail.
Contact TikTok support
As a last resort, you can try reaching out to TikTok’s official support channels to find a TikTok account using an email. However, they likely won’t be able to directly divulge such personal information.
You can submit an email lookup request via TikTok’s help page. Alternatively, email [email protected] or contact them via live chat/phone calling available in the app.
Explain your situation and relationship with the person if asked. TikTok may attempt to get in touch with the account owner to confirm if they’re comfortable sharing profile details with you.
Things to keep in mind
- Respect the person’s privacy. Don’t stalk or harass them if you find their profile.
- Be ethical in your searching methodology. Don’t hack or use shady tactics.
- The person may not actually have a TikTok account.
- Their TikTok account may be set to private, restricting access.
- They may be using a different or informal name on their TikTok profile.
In summary, there are many avenues you can explore to find someone’s TikTok account through their email address. Check social media platforms they use, search on Google, use lookup tools, or contact TikTok support if you have a valid reason. Just be responsible in your searching approach. With some perseverance, you should be able to uncover their TikTok profile or determine conclusively if they don’t have one.
