How to Turn TikTok Activity Status On & Off
If you’ve been using the TikTok app lately, you may have noticed the activity status feature, allowing you to see who else is currently online. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
TikTok, the short-form video platform, remains one of the most popular social media apps globally, attracting new users daily to participate in its trending content.
It’s easy to connect with friends on TikTok, and following each other enables you to stay updated with their posts. Sending messages and sharing favorite videos is simple and enjoyable.
Understanding TikTok Activity Status
In 2022, TikTok introduced the Activity Status feature, which lets you see if your friends are online, making communication even more convenient. Both parties need to have the feature enabled for this to work. However, not everyone currently has access to this feature, and you must be mutual followers with the other user and over 18 years old to use it.
How to Turn TikTok Activity Status On & Off
To manage the Activity Status feature, follow these steps:
- Open TikTok.
- Click on your profile in the bottom right corner.
- Tap the three lines in the top right and select ‘Settings and privacy.’
- Click on ‘Privacy.’
- Find ‘Activity status’ and toggle the button to switch the feature on or off.
