Is Downloading TikTok Videos Legal?

Downloading a TikTok video for personal viewing is generally fine. Things get more complicated if you plan to repost someone else's video on another platform without permission.

Legally, the original creator retains copyright over their content even though the video is publicly viewable on TikTok. Reposting without credit or consent can risk a copyright claim, or even takedown on the destination platform.

The safe approach: use downloaded videos for personal use, education, or commentary with clear attribution. If you want to repost for commercial purposes, reach out to the original creator for permission first.