Last updated on December 6th, 2024 at 05:06 pm
TikTok is a great platform for creating and sharing videos, whether you’re making public content or keeping it more private.
However, sometimes you may want to share your private TikTok videos with non-followers without making them completely public.
Fortunately, TikTok offers some features and workarounds to help you do just that.
In this article, we’ll cover how to share private TikTok videos with non-followers and the best practices for doing so.
What Are Private TikTok Videos?
Private TikTok videos are videos that you have created but have restricted access to.
When a video is set to private, it is only visible to you and cannot be viewed by others, including your followers.
Private videos are often used when creators want to post content without sharing it publicly.
But what if you still want to share these videos with a specific group of people, including non-followers?
While TikTok doesn’t have a direct option to share private videos with people who don’t follow you, there are several methods that allow you to share these videos securely.
Below are some ways you can share your private TikTok videos with non-followers:
1. Set Video to “Friends” and Add the Non-Follower
One simple method to share a private video is by changing the privacy setting of your video from “Private” to “Friends” and adding the non-follower to your friends list. Here’s how you can do it:
- Open the TikTok app and go to your profile.
- Tap on the Private video you want to share.
- Click the three dots (ellipsis) on the video to access more options.
- Tap Privacy settings and change the audience to Friends.
- To ensure the non-follower can view the video, you’ll need to follow each other on TikTok.
Once you both follow each other, the non-follower will be able to view your private content without the video being made fully public.
Another effective way to share private TikTok videos with non-followers is by downloading the video and sending it to them directly outside of TikTok.
You can share the video via platforms like email, messaging apps (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.), or social media direct messages. Here’s how:
- Open your private TikTok video and click on the three dots.
- Select Save Video to download the video to your device.
- Once downloaded, share the video through your preferred method.
Keep in mind that when you download and share your private TikTok video outside of the platform, you won’t be able to control who else they share the video with.
While you cannot share a completely private video link directly, you can make the video “Unlisted” by uploading it.
Then make sure it isn’t searchable on TikTok.
Here’s the step-by-step process:
- Upload the video as usual but in the Who can view this video? settings, select Only me initially.
- Once uploaded, go back and change the privacy setting to Unlisted by sending the link directly to the non-follower.
- The video won’t appear in search results, and only those with the link can access it.
This way, the video is not public, and only people with the link can view the content.
Benefits of Sharing Private TikTok Videos with Non-Followers
Sharing your private TikTok videos with non-followers can be beneficial in many situations:
Exclusive Content Sharing: If you are working on a project or collaboration, this allows you to share exclusive content without opening it up to the public.
Control Over Who Views Your Content: You retain control over who can view your videos, as these methods allow you to share with a select audience.
Flexibility: You can choose whether to share videos temporarily or permanently with non-followers, without changing your profile’s overall privacy settings.
Potential Downsides of Sharing Private TikTok Videos
While sharing private TikTok videos with non-followers is helpful, there are some downsides to consider:
Loss of Control Over Distribution: Once someone outside your followers has access to your private video, they could potentially share it with others.
No In-App Analytics: When sharing outside of TikTok, you won’t have access to TikTok’s in-app analytics, such as views or engagement data, for the private video.
Compromised Privacy: Sharing via external methods or unlisted links means your video could end up in places you didn’t intend for it to be.
Can I make a TikTok video private after sharing it?
Yes, you can change the privacy settings of a TikTok video at any time.
If you initially share a video publicly and later want to make it private, go to the video’s privacy settings and select Only Me.
Will non-followers see my other videos if I share one private video with them?
No, sharing one private video does not give non-followers access to your other videos.
They will only see the video you specifically shared or made accessible to them.
How do I control who can view my TikTok videos?
You can control who views your videos by adjusting the privacy settings of each video individually.
You can set a video’s visibility to Public, Friends, or Private during or after the posting process.
Can I prevent someone from sharing my TikTok video after I’ve shared it with them?
Once you share your private TikTok video with someone, you cannot prevent them from sharing it further, especially if you’ve sent them the video file or link. Ensure you trust the person before sharing.
How can I tell if someone has shared my TikTok video?
TikTok does not notify you if someone shares or downloads your video.
If your video is set to public, there’s always a possibility of it being shared.
Conclusion
Sharing private TikTok videos with non-followers is possible through several methods, each with its pros and cons.
Whether you choose to use TikTok’s in-app privacy settings, download and share the video externally, or use an unlisted link, the key is finding the right balance between privacy and convenience.
Always be cautious when sharing private content and be mindful of who you are sharing it with, as control over the video may be lost once it’s shared outside TikTok.
By following these steps, you can securely share your TikTok videos with non-followers while maintaining some control over their visibility.
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