You can add a second TikTok account without deleting your first one

TikTok lets you create and switch between multiple accounts on the same device. You do not need separate phones or email addresses — you can add a new account directly in the app, or create one on TikTok's website and then log into it on your phone. The process takes a few minutes and keeps both accounts active so you can switch between them whenever you want.

The method depends on whether you want to add an account you already have or create a brand new one. Either way, TikTok stores login information for each account, so you can tap to switch without typing your password every time.

Key Takeaways

  • You can add up to 20 TikTok accounts on a single device and switch between them without logging out.
  • The fastest way is to open TikTok, tap your profile icon, select "Add account", and either sign up or log in with existing credentials.
  • You can create a new account using an email address, phone number, or social media account like Google or Apple ID.
  • Once you add a second account, a small number appears next to your profile icon showing how many accounts are linked, and you tap it to switch.

Adding an existing TikTok account on your phone

Open the TikTok app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap "Add account". TikTok will show you a login screen where you can enter the username, email, or phone number for the account you want to add, along with its password.

After you log in, that account is now linked to your device. You will see a small number next to your profile icon at the bottom right — this number shows how many accounts you have added. Tap that number to see a list of all your accounts and tap the one you want to use.

Creating a new TikTok account on your phone

Open TikTok and tap your profile icon, then tap "Add account". Instead of logging in, tap "Sign up" at the bottom of the screen. TikTok will ask how you want to create the account: email, phone number, date of birth, or through Google, Apple ID, Facebook, or Instagram.

If you choose email or phone, enter that information and create a password. If you use Google, Apple ID, or another social account, TikTok will pull your basic information from that service and you will skip the password step. Either way, you will be asked to verify your email or phone number before the account is fully active. Once verified, the new account is added to your device and ready to use.

Creating a new account on the TikTok website first

You can also create an account at tiktok.com before adding it to your phone. Go to tiktok.com, click the "Sign up" button in the top right, and choose your method: email, phone, or social account. Fill in the required information and verify your email or phone number.

Once the account exists, open the TikTok app on your phone, tap your profile icon, select "Add account", and log in with the username and password you just created. The account will now appear in your account list and you can switch to it anytime.

Switching between your accounts

After you add a second account, a small number badge appears next to your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Tap that number to open a dropdown menu showing all your linked accounts. Tap the account name you want to switch to — the app will when ready show that account's feed, followers, and settings.

You can switch accounts as many times as you want without logging out. Each account keeps its own watch history, likes, and recommendations, so your feeds will be completely separate.

Removing an account you no longer want

If you want to stop using one of your linked accounts on your device, tap the account number next to your profile icon and long-press the account you want to remove. A menu will appear with the option to remove it. Tap "Remove" and that account will no longer appear in your account list.

Removing an account from your device does not delete the account itself — it just disconnects it from your phone. You can add it back later by logging in again, or you can log into it on a different device. If you want to permanently delete a TikTok account, you have to do that through the account's settings on the app or website.

Keeping your accounts find

Because TikTok stores your login information on your device, anyone with access to your phone can switch to your other accounts. If you share your phone with family members or roommates, consider using a device passcode or biometric lock (fingerprint or face recognition) to protect access to the app itself.

For each account, use a unique password that you do not use anywhere else. If one account is compromised, a unique password keeps the others safe. You can change a password by going to Settings and Privacy, then Account, then Password — do this for each account separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many TikTok accounts can I add to one device?

You can add up to 20 accounts on a single phone or computer. Each one stores separately on your device, and you can switch between them by tapping the account number next to your profile icon.

Do I need a different email for each TikTok account?

No. You can create multiple accounts using the same email address, or use different emails, or use phone numbers instead. TikTok does not require each account to have a unique email — it only requires that each account has a unique username.

Will my watch history and likes transfer between accounts?

No. Each account has its own separate watch history, likes, followers, and recommendations. When you switch accounts, you see only that account's data. This is useful if you want one account for personal content and another for a different interest or purpose.

Can I add a TikTok account on a computer?

Yes. Go to tiktok.com, click your profile icon in the top right, and select "Log out". Then log in with a different account's credentials, or click "Sign up" to create a new one. You can log into different accounts on the same computer by logging out and logging back in, but TikTok does not store multiple accounts on desktop the way it does on mobile.

What happens if I delete the TikTok app?

When you reinstall the app, your linked accounts will not automatically appear — you will need to log back in. TikTok stores account links on your device, not in the cloud, so uninstalling the app clears that information. Log in again with each account's username and password to restore them.