If you use TikTok you have probably come across videos you’d like to save on your phone. The good news is that, unlike most other platforms, TikTok has made it simple to download videos onto your phone.
In this article, we will go over how to download TikTok videos that inspire you and want to share.
How to Download TikTok Videos
Downloading TikTok videos is especially easy if they are Public Videos. What this means is that they are readily available to download by anyone. This differs from Protected Videos that cannot be downloaded through the TikTok app due to their creators preventing that option being available. Third party apps are the only way to download Protected Videos, but may result in you committing copyright infringement..
We will focus on how you can download Public Videos on TikTok. Simply follow the steps below.
- Open the TikTok app
- Look for the video you want to download
- Tap on the video in order to play it
- Once it begins playing, tap and hold the video to pull up three options
- Tap on Save Video
- Select the location where you want to save the video on your phone
Protip: If you are having trouble saving the video to your phone, use the options under the Share icon to send the video to yourself either via email, a messenger app, or another method.
Best Practices for Downloading TikTok Videos
Since by downloading videos on TikTok you are saving and potentially resharing content from other creators, it’s important to follow some best practices. Consider the following when downloading TikTok videos:
Attribute the Original Creator
It is a good idea to accurately attribute the video to the creator who made it. Giving credit to the person responsible for making the video you love shows that you honor and respect their efforts, while also boosting your reputation for doing the right thing.
Request Permission
If you are ever unsure of whether the creator is alright with their video being downloaded and shared, ask them. You can get their consent via DM directly on TikTok or another platform they use. This is helpful in certain situations where there could be legal repercussions if you do not get consent. Additionally, you can develop relationships with your favorite creators.
Use Content Under Creative Commons
Creative Commons is a flexible license that allows anyone to leverage video content in almost any way they would like. However, make sure you understand the details of what this license can and can’t do. You will want to download and reuse content appropriately and bypass any potential copyright infringement.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to download TikTok videos directly within the app, you can start saving all of your favorite videos. Just be mindful and respectful of the original content creators, and get permission where you may be unsure if they are alright with their videos being shared or repurposed.
Since TikTok makes it easy to download videos compared with other social media platforms, it has led to millions of users saving and resharing videos from the platform in a way that amplifies the content creators and spreads the popularity of TikTok itself.
