What Is TikTok LIVE | All You Need to Know

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Jean updated on Nov 26, 2024 | Home > Glossary and Terms

What Is TikTok LIVE

TikTok LIVE is TikTok's live-streaming component, and it competes directly with popular live streamers such as Facebook Live and Instagram Live. It enables spectators and artists to interact in real-time.

As a creator, you may have access to LIVE features such as effects, multi-guest hosting, moderation, LIVE Gifts, and other customization options. As a viewer, you can show your support for your favorite creators by viewing their LIVE broadcasts, subscribing to their LIVE communities, participating in the conversation, reacting to their LIVE with virtual Gifts, and more.

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Can Anyone LIVE Stream on TikTok

The answer is No. To go live on TikTok, you need to fulfill one of the following conditions.

  • You need to be at least 18 years old.
  • To send or receive gifts during a LIVE, you need to be at least 18 years old (or 19 in South Korea).
  • Have 1, 000 followers to go LIVE (may vary by location).

How to Go LIVE on TikTok

As long as you're eligible, you can access TikTok LIVE as follows.

Step 1. Open your TikTok > tap the create button (+) > click LIVE from the menu.

Step 2. You'll receive a preview of your video feed. In that preview, you can title your live stream, enable or disable comments, apply effects and filters, select a charity to sponsor, and share your TikTok LIVE video across your connected social media platforms.

Step 3. After that, hit Go LIVE.

If you want to record TikTok screens, please read how to Screen Record on TikTok in Any Device [2024].

Why Won't TikTok Let Me Go LIVE

If you cannot use TikTok LIVE, it might be caused by several possible reasons.

  • You might have lost a few followers. If your follower count falls below 1,000, you will no longer be able to use TikTok LIVE.
  • You could be in a country that does not support TikTok LIVE. If you're in China, India, or Hong Kong, you won't be able to produce or upload TikTok Live videos. This is because TikTok is prohibited in certain regions.
  • Your TikTok app may be outdated. Check for updates, remove the app, and restart your phone as usual. Sometimes, you simply miss an update, and your gadget is unable to handle it.

Conclusion

What is TikTok LIVE? After reading this post, you may have a clearer understanding of it. In addition, you can also get some relevant tips about TikTok LIVE. Please share this article on your social media platforms if it helps you.

 

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