How to See Who Shared Your TikTok

Views and shares are on the video

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Updated on June 16, 2022
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What to Know

  • Profile > your video > checking the number next to the share icon.
  • Check more details by tapping Profile > Creator Tools > Analytics to learn more about sharing.
  • It's not possible to see individual profiles that have shared your videos.

This article explains how to find how how many times a TikTok has been shared and also looks at what to do if you can't share your TikToks with others.

Can You See Who Shared Your TikTok?

No, you can't see who specifically has shared your TikTok. In the past, users needed to have a TikTok Pro account to view who shared their TikTok. Now, however, that metric has gone away. You can now only check to see how well a TikTok video is performing.

It's useful to see the number of shares your video has as a high ratio of shares/views and likes/views mean your videos are being viewed by more people than before. It's a good sign of slowly becoming viral.

  1. Open TikTok and tap Profile.

  2. Tap the video you want to check.

  3. Look at the number next to the arrow at the bottom of the screen to show who has shared your video.

    Steps required to view how many people have shared your video on TikTok.

Why Can't I See Who Has Shared My TikTok?

Sharing is a key part of TikTok but there are some limitations. It's not possible to see the profiles of the people who have shared your video due to privacy concerns. Instead, you can only see how many people have shared your video.

How to See the Number of Shares via Analytics

If you'd prefer to see more statistics about your TikToks, it's possible to do so via Analytics. Here's what to do.

The first time you click Analytics, you will need to enable the function. Videos made before this time do not have additional statistics.

  1. Open TikTok and tap Profile.

  2. Tap the hamburger icon in the top right corner.

  3. Tap Creator Tools.

  4. Tap Analytics.

    Steps required to view Analytics on TikTok.

  5. View Shares under Engagement.

  6. Alternatively, tap Content.

  7. Tap the video you wish to check.

  8. Look for the number under the arrow on the right hand side to see how much it has been shared.

    Steps required to view video shares on TikTok Analytics.

Why Can't I Share My TikToks?

If you can't share your TikToks, you may need to change some settings. Here's how to enable sharing.

  1. Open TikTok and tap Profile.

  2. Tap the hamburger icon in the top right corner.

  3. Tap Settings and Privacy.

    Steps required to view Settings and Privacy on TikTok.

  4. Tap Privacy.

  5. Tap the toggle next to Private Account to make your profile public.

    Steps required to disable private account on TikTok.

  6. Your videos can now be shared by other users on TikTok.

How Else Can Videos Be Shared on TikTok?

TikToks can also be shared via the stitching tool, performing a duet with another user, and also by sharing it with other users not on TikTok. Here's how to share a video with someone not on TikTok.

  1. Open TikTok and tap Profile.

  2. Tap the video you wish to share.

  3. Tap the three dots on the right hand side.

  4. Tap the way in which you want to share the video.

    Steps required on TikTok to share videos.
FAQ
  • Does TikTok notify you when someone shares your video?

    TikTok doesn't send notifications for video shares. The most you can see is how many times people have shared it.

  • How do I share a TikTok video on Facebook without a link?

    The Share (arrow) menu on a TikTok video includes an option to post directly to Facebook. You can also share via text, email, Snapchat, Reddit, Messenger, Instagram, and Twitter.

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