How to unsubscribe from someone on TikTok


If you no longer want to see someone’s content, you may be wondering how to unsubscribe from someone on TikTok. On TikTok, “unsubscribing” usually means unfollowing an account or stopping interactions with them. This guide explains how to unsubscribe from someone on TikTok step by step.

What Does “Unsubscribe” Mean on TikTok?

Unlike other platforms, TikTok doesn’t use the word “subscribe” for regular users.

Instead, it means:

  • Unfollow someone
  • Stop seeing their videos in your feed
  • Remove them from your following list

Method 1: Unfollow Someone from Their Profile

Steps

  1. Open TikTok
  2. Search for or open the person’s profile
  3. Tap the Following button
  4. It will change to Follow

You’ve successfully unsubscribed (unfollowed).

Method 2: Unfollow from Your Following List

Steps

  1. Go to your Profile on TikTok
  2. Tap Following
  3. Find the user
  4. Tap Following → Unfollow

Method 3: Remove Their Content from Your Feed

If you don’t want to unfollow completely:

Steps

  1. When their video appears on TikTok
  2. Press and hold the screen
  3. Tap Not interested

You’ll see less of their content.

Method 4: Block the User (Stronger Option)

If you want to completely stop interaction:

Steps

  1. Open their profile on TikTok
  2. Tap ••• (menu)
  3. Select Block

They won’t be able to view or interact with your account.

What Happens After Unsubscribing?

When you unfollow someone on TikTok:

  • Their videos won’t appear in your Following feed
  • You’ll stop receiving updates about them
  • They are not notified

Important Notes

  • You can follow them again anytime
  • Unfollowing doesn’t remove past likes or comments
  • Your For You Page may still show their content occasionally
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Common Issues

Still Seeing Their Videos?

  • Tap Not interested
  • Refresh your feed

Accidentally Unfollowed?

  • Simply tap Follow again

Tips for Managing Your Feed

  • Regularly review who you follow
  • Unfollow inactive or irrelevant accounts
  • Use “Not interested” to refine your recommendations

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