How to Get TikTok on Android
In theory, the removal from Apple’s and Google’s app catalogs means that new users can’t download the app and existing users can’t update theirs.
However, using the X handle @TikTokPolicy, the platform has informed Android users that it is “enhancing ways for our community to continue using TikTok” by using an Android Package Kit – better known as an APK.
You can do this from your mobile or web browser in three straightforward steps:
- Go to www.tiktok.com/download
- Tap Download if you’re on mobile or scan the QR code on your web browser
- Follow the prescribed steps to install the app on your device
We’re enhancing ways for our community to continue using TikTok by making Android Package Kits available at https://t.co/JoNVqKpnrS so that our U.S. Android users can download our app and create, discover, and connect on TikTok.
More information at our Help Center:…
— TikTok Policy (@TikTokPolicy) February 8, 2025
TikTok’s online instructions say that it has put “robust protocols” in place for its APK to ensure the security of its users.
It also a strikes a note of optimism that the app will soon be available again through the Play Store:
“Keep in mind that you’ll be downloading the latest version of the app. Any future updates will be available from www.tiktok.com/download or Google Play once service is restored.” – TikTok
As APKs are not available for iOS users, there remains no official way that you can currently download TikTok to iPhones and iPads. For the time being, we can only suggest that you take a look at the best TikTok alternatives instead.
