TikTok’s Profile View History is a feature that lets you see who viewed your profile within the last 30 days—and also allows others to see when you view theirs. While some creators love this transparency, many users prefer to keep their browsing private.
The good news? TikTok allows you to turn off profile views at any time, giving you full control over your privacy.
This guide explains step-by-step how to disable profile views, what happens when you turn it off, and everything you need to know about this feature.
What Is Profile View History on TikTok?
Profile View History lets TikTok users:
- See a list of people who visited their profile in the past 30 days
- Get notified when someone views their profile
- View others’ profiles only if both users have the feature enabled
If you turn the feature off, two things happen:
- You won’t see who viewed your profile
- Other people won’t see that you viewed theirs
How to Turn Off Profile Views on TikTok (2025 Method)
This is the simplest way to disable the feature.
- Open Your TikTok App
Ensure you’re logged into your account.
- Go to Your Profile
Tap the Profile icon in the bottom-right corner.
- Tap the Footprints Icon (Profile View History)
This icon looks like two small footsteps and appears at the top of your profile.
If you don’t see it, your feature may already be turned off.
- Tap the Gear Icon (Settings) or “Turn Off”
Depending on the version of your app, you may see:
- A settings gear in the top-right
- A toggle labeled “Profile view history”
- A button that says “Turn off”
- Toggle Profile View History OFF
The switch turns gray, confirming the feature is disabled.
Alternate Method: Disable Profile Views Through Settings
If the footsteps icon doesn’t appear on your profile:
Steps
- Go to Profile
- Tap the ☰ (three lines) menu
- Select Settings and Privacy
- Tap Privacy
- Scroll to Profile views
- Toggle Profile view history OFF
This works for all accounts, including personal and business profiles.
What Happens When You Turn Off TikTok Profile View History?
You won’t appear on other people’s profile-view lists
You browse their profiles without them knowing.
You won’t see who viewed your profile
TikTok hides your own view history list.
You can turn it back on anytime
The feature is optional and reversible.
Turning it off deletes your previous view history
Your name disappears from other people’s lists within minutes.
How to Turn Profile Views Back On
If you want to restore the feature:
- Go to your Profile
- Tap the footsteps icon
- Tap Turn on
- Toggle the switch ON
Your profile visits will start appearing again—but only for users who also have the feature enabled.
Who Can Use TikTok Profile View History?
TikTok restricts this feature to users who are:
- Over 16 years old
- Have less than 5,000 followers
If you don’t see the feature, you may not meet the requirements.
Troubleshooting: Why Can’t I Turn Off Profile Views?
- The feature isn’t available in your region
Some countries still do not support profile view history.
- You’re under 16
TikTok automatically disables the feature for minors.
- You have more than 5,000 followers
High-follower accounts do not have access to this feature.
- TikTok app is outdated
Update the app from the App Store or Google Play.
- Glitch in the system
Try:
- Restarting TikTok
- Clearing cache
- Logging out and back in
Why Turn Off Profile View History on TikTok?
Users often disable this feature to:
- Browse TikTok anonymously
- Avoid appearing in someone else’s “Viewed your profile” list
- Protect privacy
- Prevent unwanted attention
- Reduce notifications
- Stop others from tracking profile visits
- Maintain a professional or low-profile account
FAQs
Q1. If I turn it off, will people know I viewed their profile before?
No. Once turned off, your past views usually disappear within minutes.
Q2. Can someone still see my views if my feature is off?
No. If yours is off, you are invisible to profile view history.
Q3. Will TikTok notify people when I view their profile?
Only if both of you have the feature turned on.
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