How to replace sound on TikTok

If you’ve uploaded or recorded a video and want to change the audio, you might be wondering how to replace sound on TikTok. Whether you used the wrong audio or found a better trending sound, learning how to replace sound on TikTok can improve your video’s performance and creativity. On TikTok, replacing sound is easy before posting, but slightly limited after publishing.

In this guide, you’ll learn step-by-step methods to replace sound on TikTok and what to do if your video is already posted.

Can You Replace Sound on TikTok?

Yes—but with a condition.

On TikTok:

•  You can replace sound before posting
•  You cannot directly replace sound after posting

If your video is already live, you’ll need to re-upload it with the new sound.

Method 1: Replace Sound Before Posting

This is the easiest and most recommended method.

Steps

1. Open TikTok.
2. Tap the “+” (Create) button.
3. Record a new video or upload one from your gallery.
4. Tap “Add Sound” at the top of the screen.
5. Browse or search for a new sound.
6. Select the sound you want.
7. Adjust the sound timing if needed.
8. Continue editing and post your video.

Method 2: Change Sound During Editing

If you already selected a sound but want to swap it:

Steps

1. While editing your video on TikTok, tap the current sound at the top.
2. Tap “Change Sound”.
3. Choose a new audio from the library.
4. Adjust volume levels (original vs added sound).
5. Save your changes.

Method 3: Replace Sound Using Voiceover

If you want to completely change the audio:

Steps

1. Record or upload your video.
2. Tap Voiceover on the editing screen.
3. Record new audio over the video.
4. Lower or mute the original sound.
5. Save and continue.

Method 4: Replace Sound After Posting (Workaround)

Since TikTok does not allow editing sound after posting, use this workaround:

Steps

1. Save the posted video to your device.
2. Tap the “+” button to upload it again.
3. Tap “Add Sound” and select a new audio.
4. Edit and repost the video.

Tip: You can delete the old version if you don’t want duplicates.

Method 5: Use External Editing Apps

You can also replace sound before uploading using editing apps, then upload to TikTok.

Popular Options

• Video editors like CapCut
• Built-in phone editing tools

Steps

1. Edit your video externally.
2. Add your preferred sound.
3. Export the video.
4. Upload it to TikTok.

Tips for Choosing the Right Sound

After learning how to replace sound on TikTok, these tips can help:

Use Trending Sounds

Trending audio can boost visibility.

Match the Content

Choose sound that fits your video theme.

Adjust Volume Properly

Balance background music and original audio.

Common Issues and Fixes

Sound Not Changing

• Ensure you tapped “Change Sound”
• Restart TikTok

Audio Out of Sync

• Use the trim feature to align sound

No Sound Available

• Check internet connection
• Update the app

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