If you’ve recently opened TikTok and noticed that the voice effects are not showing up, you’re not alone. Many TikTok users have reported this issue in 2023 where the voice changer and voice effects are suddenly missing from the app. Here are some potential reasons and fixes for TikTok voice effects not showing up.
Why Are My TikTok Voice Effects Not Showing?
There are a few possible reasons why TikTok voice effects may not be appearing:
- Your TikTok app needs an update – Make sure you have the latest version of TikTok installed. Voice effects may be missing in older versions.
- Your region restricts certain effects – TikTok restricts some effects in certain countries and regions. Using a VPN could reveal more options.
- TikTok removed the effect – TikTok occasionally takes down specific voice effects, usually temporarily.
- Device compatibility issues – Some effects don’t work properly on certain devices. Trying on another device could show them.
- Your account is glitched – In rare cases, a glitch with your specific account prevents voice effects showing.
How to Get TikTok Voice Effects Showing Again
If your TikTok voice effects have disappeared, here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:
1. Update the TikTok App
The first step is to make sure you’re running the latest version of TikTok. Open your device’s app store, search for TikTok, and check if there are any pending updates. Install any available updates and then reopen TikTok.
2. Restart Your Device
Sometimes a simple device restart can fix glitched apps and missing features. Completely power down your device and then turn it back on. Once restarted, launch TikTok and check for voice effects again.
3. Toggle Airplane Mode On and Off
Toggling your device’s Airplane Mode on and off essentially restarts your network connection. Open Settings, turn on Airplane Mode for 30 seconds, turn it off, relaunch TikTok and test if voice effects appear.
4. Reinstall the TikTok App
If updates and restarts don’t work, try fully uninstalling TikTok and redownloading a fresh copy. This clears any corrupted files that could be causing issues. Back up any important videos first before uninstalling.
5. Try With a Different Device
Some voice effects may not be supported on your particular device, or there could be OS-specific bugs preventing them from working properly. Try accessing TikTok from a different device like a friend’s smartphone and see if effects now appear.
6. Use TikTok On Desktop
As well as mobile apps, TikTok can be accessed via web browser on a PC or Mac. Try using TikTok this way – voice effects may show up here even if not on your mobile device.
7. Connect With a VPN
In some countries, TikTok restricts certain voice effects. Connecting via a VPN masks your region, giving access to effects blocked locally. Do your research to pick a reliable VPN provider.
8. Create a New TikTok Account
In rare cases, a glitch with your specific TikTok account could be preventing voice effects from appearing. As a last resort, attempt creating a brand new TikTok account and see if effects show up there.
Specific TikTok Voice Effects Not Showing
Sometimes only certain voice effects disappear from TikTok. Here are some fixes for popular effects not showing:
Voice Changer Not Working
TikTok’s voice changer lets you modify your voice in videos. If it’s missing, try steps like updating TikTok, toggling Airplane mode, using a VPN, or reinstalling the app. Also check the effect isn’t temporarily removed.
Voice Effects Missing From Profile
Effects profiles let you save voice effect settings to easily reuse. If they disappear from your profile, reconnect to the internet, restart your device, reinstall TikTok, and create a new account as needed.
Duet Voice Effects Not Working
Duet voice effects apply effects to your side of a collaborative duet video. Check both you and the duet partner have updated TikTok apps. Also restart devices and reconnect to the internet to refresh network issues.
Text-To-Speech Voice Effect Gone
TikTok’s text-to-speech effect converts text into a robotic voiceover. Reinstalling TikTok usually restores it. Check the effect hasn’t been removed from your region.
Why Are Some TikTok Voice Effects Unavailable?
While troubleshooting missing voice effects, you may notice certain effects are completely unavailable. Here are some possible reasons for this:
- Region restrictions – TikTok restricts some effects in particular countries.
- Underage restrictions – Effects like voice changers aren’t available for under 13 TikTok accounts.
- Timed exclusives – Some effects are limited releases or tied to holidays.
- Sponsored exclusives – Branded effects may be locked to certain demographics.
- Device limitations – Newer TikTok effects sometimes require updated hardware/software.
Using a VPN and creating a new account are two ways you may be able to access locked voice effects. However, restrictions based on age, hardware, and exclusivity periods can’t be bypassed.
What to Do If TikTok Voice Effects Are Still Not Showing
If you’ve tried all troubleshooting steps for your TikTok voice effects and they’re still not appearing, here are some last things to test:
- Contact TikTok support through the app for additional help.
- Check known issues on TikTok’s Twitter support to see if others are experiencing the same problem.
- Look for updates to TikTok that promise bug fixes and stability improvements.
- Try leaving TikTok closed for a few hours to see if effects reset overnight.
- As a last resort, back up your videos and perform a factory reset of your device to eliminate any deeper software issues.
The vast majority of voice effect issues should be solvable using the troubleshooting steps in this guide. But if they persist, contacting TikTok support directly can help identify if there are account-specific problems they can resolve on their end. Stay patient and keep testing, and TikTok’s fun voice effects should be back entertaining you in no time.
