As a pivotal date approaches—Sunday, January 19—what does it mean for TikTok users? The Supreme Court is set to deliberate on the constitutionality of a significant legislative move that could ban TikTok in the United States, with the possible enforcement date looming.
While the app won’t be automatically erased from your devices, its functionality may drastically diminish. Reports indicate users could face interruptions, such as inaccessible services and unresponsive videos. The app may still operate but could exhibit glitches and limited functionalities. Moreover, updates will be off-limits, as government penalties await Apple and Google app stores if they attempt to provide these services.
For those who have spent considerable time curating a collection of favorite TikTok videos, there is still a chance to save them on your device. However, this process necessitates a Chrome extension and may consume significant storage space, so consider using an additional hard drive.
- TikTok app
- Optional hard drive
- Chrome extension for downloading
Step 1: Add the Chrome Extension
Locate a Chrome extension designed for saving TikTok videos.
Step 2: Download Your Favorites
After logging into your TikTok account, use the extension’s options to select and download your favorite videos.
For those looking to download their TikTok data without a Chrome extension, a straightforward method exists.
Step 1: Navigate to Privacy Settings
Access your profile settings and scroll down to privacy options.
Step 2: Request Your Data
Select the type of data you wish to download—your profile, posts, activity, or messages—and request it. Your data will be available for four days under the “download data” tab once prepared.
