TikTok commits to safer space for creative expression with its Community Guidelines update
January 16, 2020
TikTok policies are
updated to promote a more positive and safe environment for the community, and
users are encouraged to follow and utilize these measures to keep TikTok fun
and welcoming space for every user.
TikTok released a
comprehensive, expanded publication of the Community Guidelines to help maintain a supportive and
welcoming environment on the platform and continue to provide a space for
creative self-expression while remaining safe, diverse, and authentic – and
define a common code of conduct.
The update on TikTok’s
policy ensures that users understand the guidelines, including when and why
some restrictions are placed and identify what is or isn't allowed on the app.
Users will begin to receive notifications of the updated guidelines starting
January 8, 2020 which they can easily check on the Safety Center
and directly in the app.
Updated for greater transparency
The Community
Guidelines published will give users far more detail and greater transparency
than previous versions.
Users will notice that
violations are grouped into 10 distinct
categories, each of
which includes an
explanation of the rationale and several detailed bullet points to
clarify what type of
misbehavior would fall into that category.
These changes offer
clarity around how we define harmful or unsafe content that is
not permitted on the
platform.
The values behind the guidelines
TikTok is an inclusive
platform built upon the foundation of creative expression. We
encourage users to
celebrate what makes them unique, within a community that does
the same.
“Our community is
diverse and global, and we aim to cultivate an
environment for
authentic interactions. We believe that feeling safe helps users feel
comfortable expressing
themselves openly and allows creativity to flourish.
“Our global guidelines
are the basis of the moderation policies TikTok's regional and
country teams localize
and implement in accordance with local laws and norms. Our
teams remove content
that violates these guidelines, and suspend or ban accounts
involved in severe or
repeated violations,” said Lavanya Mahendran and Nasser Alsherif, Global Trust
and Safety at TikTok.
Inspiring creativity and bringing joy to
users across the globe
As further explained by
Mahendran, spending time on TikTok is meant to be
rewarding and fun. That
doesn't mean serious or controversial content doesn't have a
place on the platform;
ultimately, the platform is built to support our users and their
diverse thoughts,
experiences, and interests. But the goal is to provide tools for users
to foster their
creativity and enjoy content that's expressive, authentic, refreshing, and
sometimes delightfully
quirky – all within a supportive community environment.
TikTok continues its
commitment to transparency on the ways the app experience is maintained while
providing the necessary protections. The update is just one
Step for TikTok as we
constantly work to improve and expand its practices, policies, and protections
in order to provide a joyful experience for its users.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading
destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire and enrich
people’s lives by offering a home for creative expression and an experience
that is genuine, joyful, and positive. TikTok has global offices including Los
Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta,
Seoul, and Tokyo. www.tiktok.com.
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