TikTok now prompts users to download videos from their favourite creators. These are then stored onto their devices and can be watched from anywhere without the need for an internet connection
Offline streaming is always helpful. Especially to those who often travel, as it allows them to stay up-to-date with their favourite creators while on the move. However, is there much need for it on TikTok? After all, the videos aren’t very long. At max, they’re 10 minutes. Is there any need to download these videos and watch them offline?
TikTok does suggest downloading videos and using them within your own content. There’s a range of ways you can use them, from GIFs, to live photos, or clips. You can use them in a variety of ways within your own work. Allowing you to create something unique with the help of your favourite TikTok stars.
TikTok video downloads
Allowing others to download your videos means they can use them for a variety of things; live photos, videos and GIFs. They can also share them to third-party platforms.
You can turn off downloads, stopping people from being able to save your content to their device. However, they will still be able to share your videos via link or direct message, providing your TikTok account is set to public. 
Turning video downloads off won’t affect past content. Those who have already downloaded your videos will still be able to use them.
Once you turn video downloads off, no one will be able to download any video content you have or will post.
Anyone under the age of 16 will have their video settings turned off automatically, and they won’t be able to change this.
How to download a TikTok video
- First head over to TikTok and find the video you want to download.
- Click on the Share button.
- Choose Save video.
If you do not see the save video option, then the creator has turned this off.
How to choose who can download your TikTok videos
- Head to your Profile at the bottom of the TikTok app.
- Choose Menu at the top-right hand side of the page.
- Click Settings and privacy.
- Choose Privacy then select Downloads.
- Turn Video download settings on or off.
How to save your TikTok video to your device
You can save your TikTok videos to your device before posting them. This will allow you to have an offline version of the video.
- On the Post screen, click More options.
- Choose Advanced settings.
- Then turn the Save to device setting on or off.
Whose video would you save? Would you start using the feature, or do you not see the point? If you’re a creator who regularly created video skits from content you’ve collected online, then this might be the perfect option for you. However, we see some online bullying potentially happening. Once it’s up, it can never really be deleted, right?
