If you’re concerned about privacy, you may be asking: how do you hide views on TikTok? The answer depends on the type of views you’re referring to. TikTok displays video view counts publicly, but it also includes features like Profile View History and Post View History, which you can turn off.
While you can’t hide the public view count on your own videos, you can control whether other users can see that you’ve viewed their profile or posts (if the feature is available). This guide explains what you can and can’t hide and how to adjust the relevant privacy settings.
Can You Hide Video Views on TikTok?
No.
TikTok does not allow creators to hide the public view count on their videos.
If your account is public, anyone who can view your videos can also see the number of views they have received.
Can You Hide That You Viewed Someone’s Profile?
Yes.
If Profile View History is available on your account, you can turn it off.
Steps to Turn Off Profile View History
- Open the TikTok app.
- Tap Profile.
- Tap the Menu (☰) icon.
- Select Settings and privacy.
- Tap Privacy.
- Select Profile views.
- Turn Profile View History Off.
Once it’s off, other eligible users won’t be able to see that you visited their profile. In return, you also won’t be able to see who has viewed your profile.
Can You Hide That You Viewed a TikTok Post?
Yes, if Post View History is available for your account.
To Turn Off Post View History
- Open Settings and privacy.
- Tap Privacy.
- Select Post views (if available).
- Turn the feature Off.
Disabling it prevents eligible creators from seeing that you’ve viewed their posts, but you’ll also lose access to your own post view history.
Can You Hide Views on TikTok LIVE?
No.
If you join a TikTok LIVE, the host can generally see that you’ve entered the stream. TikTok doesn’t currently provide a setting to hide your presence in a LIVE broadcast.
Can You Hide Who Viewed Your Stories?
TikTok currently lets Story creators see who viewed their Stories while they’re active. There isn’t a setting that allows you to view someone’s Story anonymously if Story view history is enabled for both accounts.
Why Can’t I Find the View History Settings?
There are several possible reasons.
Your App Needs Updating
Install the latest version of TikTok to access the newest privacy features.
The Feature Isn’t Available
Some privacy features are rolled out gradually and may not be available in every region or on every account.
You’re Using an Older Version of the App
Menu names and locations may vary depending on your TikTok version.
Additional Privacy Tips
Make Your Account Private
A private account gives you greater control over who can view your content.
Review Your Privacy Settings
Check settings for comments, followers, mentions, tags, and direct messages to improve your overall privacy.
Manage Your Story Audience
Choose who can view your Stories before posting them.
Keep TikTok Updated
TikTok frequently adds new privacy tools and settings.
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