TikTok lets you put one clickable link in your bio, and it's the main way creators direct people to external websites

The link appears as a button or text below your username and bio description. When someone visits your profile, they see it when ready. You can change this link whenever you want — there's no limit to how often you update it, and TikTok doesn't require you to use the feature at all.

The process takes about two minutes. You don't need a special tool or app; you do it directly in the TikTok app or on the web. The link can point anywhere: your website, a YouTube channel, a shop, a donation page, or another social media account.

Key Takeaways

  • You add a bio link by going to your profile, tapping Edit Profile, and entering the full URL in the Website field.
  • The link must be a complete web address starting with http:// or https://, not just a domain name.
  • TikTok shows only one link in your bio, so if you need to direct people to multiple places, use a link-in-bio tool like Linktree or Beacons.
  • Your link is live as soon as you save it, and you can change it at any time without waiting for approval.
  • TikTok does not allow links to certain sites, including those selling counterfeit goods, weapons, or illegal services.

How to add a link on the TikTok mobile app

Open TikTok and go to your profile by tapping the profile icon at the bottom right. Tap the three horizontal lines (menu) in the top right corner, then tap Settings and Privacy. Scroll down and tap Account, then tap Edit Profile.

In the Website field, paste or type the full URL. It must start with http:// or https://. For example: https://www.example.com or https://www.youtube.com/@yourname. Do not type just "example.com" — TikTok will reject it. Tap Save or Done. The link is now live on your profile.

How to add a link on the TikTok website

Go to tiktok.com and log in. Click your profile icon in the top right, then click Edit Profile. In the Website field, enter the full URL starting with http:// or https://. Click Save. The change appears on your profile when ready.

The website field accepts only one link. If you try to paste multiple URLs or text like "link 1 | link 2", TikTok will treat it as a single broken link and it won't work.

What to do if you need to link to multiple places

Since TikTok allows only one bio link, creators who want to direct people to a website, a shop, a YouTube channel, and a donation page at the same time use a link-in-bio tool. These are free or low-cost services that create a single landing page with multiple clickable buttons.

Popular options include Linktree, Beacons, and Milkshake. You create an account, add all your links to the tool, and then put the tool's URL in your TikTok bio. When someone clicks your bio link, they land on a page with buttons for each destination. The tool tracks how many clicks each link gets, which is useful if you want to know what your audience is most interested in.

Setting up a link-in-bio tool takes about five minutes. You sign up, add your links, customize the page if you want, and copy the URL the tool gives you. Then you paste that URL into your TikTok bio field the same way you would any other link.

Links that TikTok will not allow

TikTok blocks links to sites that sell counterfeit goods, weapons, explosives, drugs, or services that are illegal in your country. It also blocks links to sites designed to steal login information or spread malware. If you try to add a link to a blocked site, TikTok will show an error message and won't let you save it.

If you believe TikTok blocked your link by mistake, you can contact TikTok support through the app. Go to Settings and Privacy, tap Help, then tap Report a Problem. Describe what happened and include the URL you tried to add.

Changing or removing your bio link

You can change your bio link as often as you want. Go back to Edit Profile, clear the Website field, and enter a new URL. Save the change. The old link disappears and the new one appears when ready — there is no waiting period or approval process.

To remove the link entirely, go to Edit Profile, delete the text in the Website field, and save. Your profile will no longer show a clickable link button.

Why your bio link might not be working

If people tell you they can't click your bio link, or if the link takes them to an error page, check that you entered the full URL starting with http:// or https://. A common mistake is typing just the domain name without the protocol. Also verify that the website itself is working by visiting it in your browser on a different device.

If the link worked before but stopped working, the website you linked to may have moved or shut down. Check that the URL is still correct and that the destination site is still online. If you linked to a page that requires login, remember that other people won't be able to see it — they'll get a login screen instead of the content you intended to show them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I put a link to another social media account in my TikTok bio?

Yes. You can link to your Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, or any other platform. Use the full URL: for Instagram, that's https://www.instagram.com/yourname. For YouTube, use the channel URL, which you can find by going to your channel and copying the address from the browser bar.

What if the link I want to add is really long?

A long URL will still work in your bio field. If you want it to look shorter to people reading your bio description, use a URL shortener like bit.ly or TinyURL. You paste your long link into the shortener, it gives you a short version, and you put that short version in your TikTok bio. The short link redirects to the long one.

Do I need to verify my account or have a certain number of followers to add a bio link?

No. Any account can add a bio link, regardless of follower count or verification status. The feature is available to all users.

Can I see how many people click my bio link?

TikTok does not show you click counts for your bio link directly in the app. If you use a link-in-bio tool like Linktree, that tool will show you how many clicks each link received. If you link to your own website, you can use Google Analytics to see traffic from TikTok.

What happens if I change my bio link while someone is trying to click it?

If you change the link while someone is viewing your profile, they will see the new link if they refresh the page or visit your profile again. If they already clicked the old link before you changed it, they'll go to wherever the old link pointed.