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Does TikTok really know everything? Studies say, yes
TikTok is generally a safe app. Still, it does track specific data that users may not like.

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It’s no secret that
TikTok users find themselves scrolling through the seemingly endless stream of short videos for hours on end, which is one of the reasons it’s become so popular.
However, the app has also come under fire for collecting vast amounts of user data, not being transparent about sharing it, and not revealing what third parties have access to it.
Recently, two studies have shown that
Here are the results of these two studies, how this affects TikTok users, and what they can do to protect their privacy while using the application on their smartphones.
Two Major Studies Certified by The Wrap

The Wrap, an entertainment news outlet, recently confirmed the results of two studies that found
This allows the app to have full access to user data.
READ MORE: TikTok is being investigated for its effects on teens and kids
Additionally, the studies performed by whitehat cybersecurity experts found that
Why does this matter? These are important findings that show how
Experts say the app’s code is hard to monitor — but
These studies come when millennials and Gen Zers are spending more time on their smartphones watching videos than ever before. In fact, 48% of millennials only watch videos on their mobile devices.
Overall, these two studies examined
- Data on contacts
- Device ID
- Clipboard actions
- Data concealed when sent back and forth to
TikTok ’s servers
While these studies are recent, this is not the first time TikTok has been questioned about its privacy, what it does with user data and how safe people are regarding their cybersecurity.
Is TikTok Safe to Use?

Unfortunately, there is no short answer to this question —
For example, TikTok will track what videos users watch and for how long. The contents of your messages are also followed, as well as country location, IP address and what device you’re using.
TikTok can collect information about your exact location, phone contacts and other social media information, age, phone number, and even payment methods. This builds a picture of you to support its ad-targeting practices.
There are ways to protect your privacy while using
To download data from
A link with the information will appear within four days in that section. You can review what data
However, your data will only be available for four days after the link has appeared.
TikTok and User Privacy
These studies highlight how
It would be wise to exercise caution and use best cybersecurity practices to protect yourself, regardless of what social media apps you use.
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