Change your password from the TikTok app or website in under two minutes

Open TikTok and go to your profile by tapping the person icon in the bottom right corner. Tap the three horizontal lines (menu) in the top right, then select Settings and privacy. Choose Account, then Password. Enter your current password, then type your new password twice to confirm it. Tap Save or Confirm depending on your device.

If you are on a computer, log into TikTok.com, click your profile picture in the top right, select Settings, then Account, then Password. The steps are the same from there.

TikTok will ask you to log back in on all your devices after you change your password. This is normal and a security feature — it signs you out everywhere so only you can log back in with the new password.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password directly in the app under Settings and privacy > Account > Password without needing to contact TikTok.
  • TikTok will sign you out on all devices after you change your password, so you will need to log back in with your new password on your phone, tablet, or computer.
  • Your new password should be at least eight characters long and include a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols to be harder to guess.
  • If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot password" option on the login screen instead of trying to change it from your account settings.

What makes a strong TikTok password

A strong password is one that would take a long time for someone else to guess. Use at least eight characters — longer is better. Mix uppercase letters (A, B, C), lowercase letters (a, b, c), numbers (1, 2, 3), and symbols (!@#$%) together. Avoid using your name, username, birth date, or any word you can find in a dictionary.

Do not reuse a password you have used on other websites or apps. If someone breaks into one site and gets your password, they will try that same password on your TikTok, email, and bank accounts. A unique password for TikTok means a breach elsewhere cannot hurt your TikTok account.

Why you should change your password regularly

Changing your password every few months reduces the damage if someone has already seen it without your knowledge. You may not realize someone has access to your account until they have already posted as you or sent messages to your followers. A fresh password cuts off that access even if they had it before.

Change your password right away if you have shared it with anyone, used it on a public computer, or noticed unusual activity on your account like posts you did not make or messages you did not send. These are signs someone else may have logged in.

How to sign out on all devices after changing your password

When you change your password, TikTok automatically signs you out everywhere. You will see a message saying you have been logged out. Open the app or website again and log in with your new password on each device you use — your phone, tablet, or computer.

If you want to sign out on all devices without changing your password, go to Settings and privacy > Account > Login activity (on some phones this is under Security). You will see a list of devices currently logged in. Tap the three dots next to any device and select Sign out to remove access from that device only.

What to do if you forgot your password

Go to the TikTok login screen and tap Forgot password? TikTok will ask you to enter your email address, phone number, or username. Choose whichever one you remember. TikTok will send a link or code to that email or phone number. Follow the link or enter the code, then create a new password.

If you no longer have access to the email address or phone number connected to your account, you will need to contact TikTok directly. Go to the login screen, tap Forgot password?, and look for an option that says something like Can't log in? or Need more help? This will take you to TikTok's support form where you can describe your situation and request help recovering your account.

Keeping your password safe after you create it

Write your password down only in a locked notebook or a password manager app like Bitwarden, 1Password, or Dashlane. Do not text it to yourself, email it to yourself, or write it on a sticky note on your monitor. Do not tell anyone your password, including friends, family, or TikTok staff — TikTok employees will never ask for your password.

If you use the same device to log into TikTok every day, you can let the app save your password so you do not have to type it each time. This is safe on a personal phone or computer that only you use. On a shared device or public computer, always choose Log out when you are done and never let the device save your password.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to change my password if I think someone hacked my account?

Yes, change it when ready. If you see posts you did not make, messages you did not send, or followers you do not recognize, someone has access. Change your password right away, then check your email address and phone number in account settings to make sure they have not been changed. If they have been changed, use the "Forgot password" option to regain control.

Will changing my password delete my videos or followers?

No. Changing your password only changes how you log in. Your videos, followers, likes, and all other account data stay exactly the same. The only thing that changes is that you and anyone else logged in will be signed out and will need to log back in with the new password.

Can I change my password on someone else's phone?

Yes, but you should sign out after you are done. Log into TikTok on their phone, go to Settings and privacy > Account > Password, and change it. After you change it, tap the menu and select Logout or Sign out. This removes your account from their phone so they cannot see your messages or posts when they use the app.

What if I change my password and still cannot log in?

Wait a few minutes — sometimes TikTok takes time to update across all its servers. Try logging out completely and logging back in. If you still cannot log in, go to the login screen, tap Forgot password?, and reset it again. If that does not work, contact TikTok support through the help option on the login screen.