You can change your birth date in TikTok settings, but the app restricts how often you can do this

TikTok stores your birth date in your account settings and uses it to control what content you see and whether you can use certain features. If you entered the wrong date when you created your account, or your actual age has changed, you can update it yourself through the app. The process takes about two minutes.

The catch: TikTok only lets you change your birth date once every 60 days. If you change it and then realize you made a mistake, you will have to wait two months before you can change it again. This limit exists because TikTok uses your age to enforce content restrictions — the app wants to prevent people from rapidly switching between age groups to bypass those controls.

If you are under 18, changing your age to 18 or older unlocks features like the ability to go live and to receive gifts during streams. If you are 18 or older and change your age to under 18, some of those features will disappear from your account.

Key Takeaways

  • Open TikTok, go to your profile, tap the menu icon, select Settings and Privacy, then Account, then Date of Birth, and enter your correct date.
  • TikTok only allows you to change your birth date once every 60 days, so double-check before you confirm.
  • Changing your age from under 18 to 18 or older will unlock live streaming and gift features; changing it the other way will lock those features.
  • If you cannot remember your birth date or cannot access your account, you will need to contact TikTok support through the app's Help Center.

Step-by-step: changing your birth date on TikTok

Start by opening the TikTok app and tapping your profile icon in the bottom right corner. This takes you to your profile page.

Tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the top right corner of your profile. A menu will appear with several options. Scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy.

In Settings and Privacy, tap Account. You will see a list of account-related settings. Find and tap Date of Birth. TikTok will show you the birth date currently on file.

Tap the date field and enter your correct birth date using the date picker. Make sure you enter the year, month, and day accurately — this is where most mistakes happen. Once you have entered the correct date, tap Save or Confirm (the button name varies by device).

TikTok will confirm that your birth date has been updated. You will see a message telling you when you can change it again (60 days from now). Your new age is now active on your account.

What happens if you change your age from under 18 to 18 or older

If your account was created with a birth date that made you under 18, TikTok restricted certain features. Live streaming, receiving gifts during streams, and some messaging features were turned off. When you change your birth date to 18 or older, these features unlock when ready.

You will also see different content in your For You page. TikTok's algorithm takes age into account when deciding what videos to show you, so changing your age may change the mix of content you see. This is intentional — TikTok uses age restrictions to limit exposure to certain types of content for younger users.

What happens if you change your age from 18 or older to under 18

If you change your birth date to make yourself under 18, TikTok will when ready disable live streaming, gift features, and some direct messaging options. Any live streams you had scheduled will be cancelled. If you were in the middle of a live stream when the change took effect, that stream will end.

Your For You page will also shift to show content that TikTok considers appropriate for your new age group. If you had access to certain creators or hashtags before, some of that content may no longer appear.

If you cannot change your birth date because of the 60-day limit

If you changed your birth date recently and now realize you made a mistake, you cannot change it again until 60 days have passed. TikTok enforces this limit strictly — there is no way to override it through the app itself.

Your only option is to contact TikTok support. Open the TikTok app, go to Settings and Privacy, scroll to the bottom, and tap Help Center. Search for "change birth date" or "date of birth". You will see an option to contact support. Explain that you made an error and ask whether they can reset your 60-day timer. TikTok support does not always grant these requests, but it is worth asking if your situation is urgent.

If you cannot remember your birth date or cannot access your account

If you created your account years ago and genuinely cannot remember the birth date you entered, or if you cannot access your account at all, you will need to go through TikTok's account recovery process. Go to the TikTok login page on a web browser or in the app and tap Forgot password? or Need help signing in?

TikTok will ask you to verify your identity using your email address or phone number. Once you have verified your identity, you can reset your password and regain access to your account. After you are back in, you can change your birth date using the steps above.

If you no longer have access to the email or phone number associated with your account, contact TikTok support through the Help Center. Be prepared to provide information that proves you own the account, such as the username, the email or phone you originally used, or any payment information linked to the account.

Why TikTok asks for your birth date in the first place

TikTok collects your birth date for two reasons: to enforce age-based content restrictions and to comply with laws that protect children online. In the United States, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires apps to get parental consent before collecting data from users under 13. TikTok uses your birth date to determine whether you fall into that category.

The app also uses your age to decide which features you can access. Users under 18 cannot go live, cannot receive gifts, and have limited messaging capabilities. These restrictions are TikTok's way of reducing certain risks for younger users, though they are not foolproof.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my birth date more than once every 60 days?

No. TikTok enforces a strict 60-day waiting period between birth date changes. If you change your date and then realize you made a mistake, you will have to wait 60 days before you can change it again. The only exception is if TikTok support manually resets your timer, which they do rarely and only in specific circumstances.

Will changing my age delete my videos or followers?

No. Changing your birth date will not delete any of your videos, followers, or likes. It will only change which features are available to you and which content appears on your For You page. Your account history stays intact.

What if I was born on February 29 and the app won't let me enter that date?

Some apps have trouble with leap year dates. If the date picker will not accept February 29, try entering February 28 or March 1 instead. If neither works, contact TikTok support through the Help Center and explain the issue. They can manually update your birth date in their system.

Does changing my age affect my TikTok Shop or payment information?

Changing your birth date will not affect any payment methods or purchases you have made. If you have a TikTok Shop or have bought coins, those remain active and unchanged. The age change only affects content access and feature availability.

Can I hide my age from other TikTok users?

Yes. Your birth date is private by default — other users cannot see it on your profile. Only you and TikTok can see your birth date. You can verify this by checking your privacy settings under Settings and Privacy, then Privacy, where you can control who sees other information about you.