{"id":13660,"date":"2025-01-17T12:50:54","date_gmt":"2025-01-17T12:50:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/?p=13660"},"modified":"2025-08-18T13:53:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T13:53:35","slug":"access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/","title":{"rendered":"Will TikTok Be Banned? Stay Connected with iProVPN in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok&#8217;s presence in the United States has been under constant scrutiny. This inherent unpredictability with the application of restrictions means that users must maintain preparedness. The perennial question of \u201cwhen will TikTok be banned\u201d is never really questioned; this week is no different from last for the fate of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TikTok<\/a>. This article then continues with a quick overview of the latest TikTok ban developments and how iProVPN can one day be used to help regain access when the app is blocked.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#The_TikTok_Ban_Debate_Continues\" >The TikTok Ban Debate Continues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#When_was_the_TikTok_App_launched\" >When was the TikTok App launched?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#ByteDance_launched_TikTok_globally_in_September_2016_and_the_app_became_a_hit_Its_algorithm_was_unique_and_it_delivered_highly_personalized_content_But_success_has_come_at_a_price_particularly_in_the_US\" >ByteDance launched TikTok globally in September 2016, and the app became a hit. Its algorithm was unique, and it delivered highly personalized content. But success has come at a price, particularly in the U.S.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#Why_Ban_TikTok\" >Why Ban TikTok?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#When_Will_TikTok_Be_Banned\" >When Will TikTok Be Banned?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#Government_Responses_and_Public_Reactions\" >Government Responses and Public Reactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#TikTok_Ban_and_Connectivity_Issues\" >TikTok Ban and Connectivity Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#What_to_Do_If_Your_TikTok_Account_Is_Banned\" >What to Do If Your TikTok Account Is Banned?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#Is_the_US_Government_Set_to_Ban_TikTok\" >Is the U.S. Government Set to Ban TikTok?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#How_to_Unblock_TikTok_with_iProVPN\" >How to Unblock TikTok with iProVPN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#Why_Choose_iProVPN\" >Why Choose iProVPN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#How_to_Access_TikTok_with_iProVPN_A_Step-by-Step_Guide\" >How to Access TikTok with iProVPN: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#1_Sign_Up_for_iProVPN\" >1) Sign Up for iProVPN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#2_Download_and_Install_the_App\" >2) Download and Install the App<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#3_Log_In_to_Your_Account\" >3) Log In to Your Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#4_Connect_to_a_Server\" >4) Connect to a Server<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#5_Access_TikTok\" >5) Access TikTok<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#Alternative_Platforms_Gaining_Popularity\" >Alternative Platforms Gaining Popularity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/access-tiktok-in-the-us-if-banned\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_TikTok_Ban_Debate_Continues\"><\/span><b>The TikTok Ban Debate Continues<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_was_the_TikTok_App_launched\"><\/span><b>When was the TikTok App launched?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ByteDance_launched_TikTok_globally_in_September_2016_and_the_app_became_a_hit_Its_algorithm_was_unique_and_it_delivered_highly_personalized_content_But_success_has_come_at_a_price_particularly_in_the_US\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ByteDance launched TikTok globally in September 2016, and the app <\/span><b>became<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a hit. Its algorithm was unique, and it delivered highly personalized content. But success has come at a price, particularly in the U.S.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Ban_TikTok\"><\/span><b>Why Ban TikTok?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok&#8217;s Chinese owners have raised concerns for the U.S. government as it fears user data might be misused and that of a national security risk. But critics say that data from TikTok could reach the Chinese government or shape public opinion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Will_TikTok_Be_Banned\"><\/span><b>When Will TikTok Be Banned?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By Sunday, January 19, 2025, ByteDance must sell its US operations to a US company. If ByteDance does not meet this deadline, a nationwide ban on TikTok looms. A last-minute deal is possible, but it is further complicated by China&#8217;s approval.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Responses_and_Public_Reactions\"><\/span><b>Government Responses and Public Reactions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok&#8217;s U.S. business has come under pressure from the Biden administration&#8217;s stance on its predecessor to divest from them. President Biden&#8217;s ban is having some lawmakers urging him to delay the ban by suggesting the challenges ByteDance faces, to divest by that January deadline. They are still divided in public reactions. The ban is considered by some a necessary security measure, by others it is a restriction of free expression.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TikTok_Ban_and_Connectivity_Issues\"><\/span><b>TikTok Ban and Connectivity Issues<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok will also appear to users searching on the app for videos with an error like \u201cTikTok says no internet connection\u201d or the app displaying \u201cTikTok app not working\u201d should the company get banned and its servers in the U.S. be decommissioned. These issues could be disruptive for millions of users who rely on TikTok for entertainment and education, and quite a few have even used TikTok to some degree to run their business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Do_If_Your_TikTok_Account_Is_Banned\"><\/span><b>What to Do If Your TikTok Account Is Banned?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite a nationwide ban, users still frequently find their accounts restricted on TikTok for violating the app\u2019s policies. Adding iProVPN for additional security is the best solution on the table, and it even bypasses geo-restriction that gets in the way, then it\u2019s another layer of protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_US_Government_Set_to_Ban_TikTok\"><\/span><b>Is the U.S. Government Set to Ban TikTok?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A nationwide ban has not been rolled out, but the legal framework is in place. Under the Protecting Americans\u2019 Data from Foreign Adversaries Act, the U.S. government can block apps it considers security threats. If TikTok is officially considered such, then the government could become able to do away with TikTok&#8217;s availability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Unblock_TikTok_with_iProVPN\"><\/span><b>How to Unblock TikTok with iProVPN?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iProVPN provides an easy way to bypass TikTok\u2019s accessibility problems if they crop up, such as because your government restricts it or because you\u2019re off the grid. iProVPN helps you to <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-hide-ip-address\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hide your IP address<\/a> and redirect your traffic through the servers of countries where TikTok works in restricting access.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_iProVPN\"><\/span><b>Why Choose iProVPN?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iProVPN offers a range of features tailored to ensure secure and unrestricted internet access:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Global Server Network<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: iProVPN runs servers in 45+ countries, and its coverage is extensive enough to bypass any geo-restrictions nicely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fast Speeds for Streaming: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users will have an enjoyable TikTok browsing and video upload experience on <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/servers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high-speed servers<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Robust Security:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Additionally, sufficient user data is encrypted using the military-grade AES-256 to avoid hackers and third-party surveillance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strict No-Logs Policy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> With iProVPN, there is no user activity logging, so users are anonymous.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Multi-Device Support:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> iProVPN allows users to access multiple devices (<a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/windows-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windows<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/mac-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">macOS<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/ios-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iOS<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/android-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Android<\/a>)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Access_TikTok_with_iProVPN_A_Step-by-Step_Guide\"><\/span><b>How to Access TikTok with iProVPN: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Sign_Up_for_iProVPN\"><\/span><b>1) Sign Up for iProVPN<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the official iProVPN website and <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/buy-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">select a plan<\/a> that works best for you\u2014monthly, yearly, or multi-year subscriptions are available.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Download_and_Install_the_App\"><\/span><b>2) Download and Install the App<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iProVPN app<\/a> on your device, compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Log_In_to_Your_Account\"><\/span><b>3) Log In to Your Account<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open the app and log in with your credentials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Connect_to_a_Server\"><\/span><b>4) Connect to a Server<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick a server that is close to you, preferably <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/servers\/canada-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canada<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/servers\/uk-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UK<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/servers\/australia-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Australia<\/a>, so you may choose servers with the lowest ping and the best time. Getting to choose a server with the app\u2019s simple interface is an easy task.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Access_TikTok\"><\/span><b>5) Access TikTok<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you go back to looking over the app\u2019s icons, once you have it connected, you\u2019ll find that the app will continue to work seamlessly just as it normally does. However, with iProVPN, you\u2019ll have uninterrupted access under all conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternative_Platforms_Gaining_Popularity\"><\/span><b>Alternative Platforms Gaining Popularity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If TikTok is banned, you can still use Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Snapchat Spotlight to get massive success, too. These platforms mostly have the same features, but none have the same unique algorithm that keeps TikTok users engaged. TikTok\u2019s unique appeal is hard to recreate for many.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are now less than a week away from the January 19 deadline \u2014 the future of TikTok in the U.S. hangs in the balance. While numerous of the solutions we have mentioned will dispense <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iProVPN<\/a> continuous access with a nationwide ban or provider prohibitions, iProVPN has the most potent security features, the biggest server system, and a user-friendly interface to ensure you are still capable of enjoying watching TikTok regardless of any unpredictable impacts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iProVPN not only lets you unblock, but it also helps in protecting your privacy and security on the internet, so you can do anything you want on and offline.<\/span><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><section id='' \n                class='helpie-faq accordions faq-toggle open-first groupSettings-418__enabled' \n                data-collection='' \n                data-pagination='0' \n                data-search='0' \n                data-pagination-enabled='0'\n                role='region'\n                aria-label='FAQ Section'\n                aria-live='polite'><h3 class=\"collection-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><article class=\"accordion \"><div class='helpie-faq-row'><div class='helpie-faq-col helpie-faq-col-12' ><ul><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-13661\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-13661\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-13661\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">When will they ban TikTok?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-13661\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-13661\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Its fate, however, rests on whether ByteDance sells the TikTok business in the U.S. to another American company before January 19, 2025. A nationwide TikTok ban is possible unless a last minute deal changes things, though if not, it would likely come.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-13662\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-13662\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-13662\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">When is TikTok getting shut down?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-13662\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-13662\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If ByteDance doesn&#8217;t sell off US operations by January 19 2025, TikTok could have a nationwide shutdown. But they could still make a deal before then.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-13663\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-13663\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-13663\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Why is TikTok being banned?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-13663\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-13663\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TikTok\u2019s Chinese ownership has come under interrogation from the U.S. government, which questioned whether the app can misuse user data and pose a national security risk. The Chinese app\u00a0 could obtain sensitive data.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-13664\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-13664\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-13664\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Is TikTok getting banned in the U.S.?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-13664\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-13664\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No official nationwide ban has been formalized, however discussions and actions are in progress. The Protecting American\u2019s Data From Foreign Adversaries Act lays down legal ground that could pave the way for a potential ban.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-13665\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-13665\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-13665\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Why ban TikTok?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-13665\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-13665\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Most of the worries about TikTok revolve around the exposure of data due to ByteDance being the company that owns it. Lawmakers are concerned that Tiktok could share users&#8217; data with its Chinese government, or that the content it shares with the public will be manipulated to influence the masses.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-13666\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-13666\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-13666\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">When did the TikTok app launch?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-13666\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-13666\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ByteDance launched TikTok globally in September 2016, originally as a created platform for short form video content. 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