How to Delete Videos on TikTok (Own & Third-Party)

Posted date 04/21/2025 by MediaRemover

Deleting a TikTok video depends on whether it belongs to your account or was posted by someone else and appears to violate policy. Deleting your own video is straightforward. For another person’s video, use the reporting process and provide appropriate evidence.

How to delete your own TikTok video

Step 1: Open TikTok, go to Profile and select the video you want to delete.

Step 2: Select the three-dot icon or sharing menu.

Step 3: Select Delete, confirm and check your profile after completing the action.

Note: TikTok may not allow you to recover a deleted video. Download a copy first if you still need the content.

When can you not delete a video yourself?

Another account has reposted, reuploaded or edited your content.
The video impersonates you or your brand.
The video contains defamation, privacy violations or sensitive personal information.
The video infringes copyright or uses your images without permission.

How to report a violating TikTok video

Step 1: Save the video URL, screenshots and proof of ownership if available.

Step 2: Open the video, select Report and choose the most appropriate reason.

Step 3: If the issue involves copyright, trademarks or privacy, prepare the additional documents requested by TikTok’s form.

If a violating video is causing serious harm, see TikTok Content Removal & Report Support.

FAQ

Can you recover a TikTok video after deleting it?

Usually not. Save a copy before deleting if the video is still useful to you.

Will reporting someone else’s video definitely remove it?

There is no guarantee. TikTok reviews the report based on its policies, the evidence and the severity of the violation.