How to redownload tik tok now that it is legal again

How do I redownload tik tok now that we are able to use it again it will not let me redownload it even though it is usable

iPhone XS Max, iOS 16

Posted on Jan 19, 2025 11:35 AM

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Posted on Jan 24, 2025 7:19 PM

Grizzlebear123 wrote:

I got a new phone and can’t get TicTok on it, how can I get it back?

You don't. It is not available in any App Store including the Google Play Store, since the fines that the law has imposed on those companies has NOT been repealed. The Supreme Court has also not ruled that any Executive Order could even remove these fines from a law that has already been passed and upheld by the Supreme Court. That leaves you only with the option to access TikTok on the web using Safari.

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Jan 24, 2025 7:19 PM in response to Grizzlebear123

Grizzlebear123 wrote:

I got a new phone and can’t get TicTok on it, how can I get it back?

You don't. It is not available in any App Store including the Google Play Store, since the fines that the law has imposed on those companies has NOT been repealed. The Supreme Court has also not ruled that any Executive Order could even remove these fines from a law that has already been passed and upheld by the Supreme Court. That leaves you only with the option to access TikTok on the web using Safari.

Jan 26, 2025 4:48 PM in response to wilmari65

wilmari65 wrote:

I want tik tok because when it get banned i eliminate tik tok and i love tik tok and i want tik tok .

Congress passed the law and the Supreme Court upheld it. Do you know who your Congressional Representatives are and how they voted? That would be the start to understand why you are currently in this situation. Since the law has NOT been repealed and the fines are still in place for Apple and Google for allowing downloads, all you can do is access it on the web during this extension. Nothing else has changed and under the law TikTok must still divest to a US company if they wish to continue operations.

Jan 25, 2025 8:33 PM in response to yahaya199

Hello~ No can do. Please take a look below to see Apple’s current stance. It’s also posted at the very top of this page…


💡 Did you know?

TikTok and ByteDance Ltd. apps are no longer available in the United States, and visitors to the United States might have limited access to features. Learn more <<< Click here and review. You simply can’t download it right now.


~Katana-San~

Jan 31, 2025 6:35 PM in response to Cashxxmike

Cashxxmike wrote:

Can you show me a download TikTok back?


ByteDance and its apps including TikTok remain banned in the US, and with “ruinous” fines for violations.


Understanding the TikTok Ban and Why You … - Apple Community


Comments and complaints should be forwarded to your legislative representatives.


[See previous replies throughout this thread, as well.]



Jan 24, 2025 7:07 AM in response to jemberu180

jemberu180 wrote:

As legal I want to know enjoy TikTok

No, the law has not been repealed. Under the U.S. system of government, presidents cannot simply nullify laws passed by Congress and upheld by the Supreme Court simply by issuing an Executive Order.


Checks and Balances


The deadline for Byte Dance to divest itself of Chinese investment has been extended. The fines for companies like Apple and Google if they allow people to download the apps are still in place.

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