The Challenge of Saving TikToks
TikTok makes it easy to watch videos, but saving them to your phone for offline viewing or resharing isn't always straightforward. Often, the "Save Video" button is grayed out, or if it works, you get a video cluttered with bouncing watermarks. This guide shows you how to bypass these limitations.
Method 1: The Best Way (No Watermark)
For the cleanest result, you want to use a dedicated downloader like Download Force. This works perfectly on both iOS and Android browsers.
Get the Link
Open the TikTok app, find the video, tap Share (arrow icon), and select Copy Link.
Open Download Force
Open Safari (iPhone) or Chrome (Android) and go to DownloadForce.com. Paste the link into the box.
Download & Save
Tap "Download". When the video pops up:
- iPhone (Safari): Tap the "Share" icon (square with arrow) -> "Save Video".
- Android (Chrome): Tap the three dots -> "Download", it will confirm "File Downloaded".
Method 2: For iPhone Users (Live Photo Hack)
If you don't mind a small watermark and just want a quick save, you can use the Live Photo trick on iOS:
- Share the TikTok video.
- Scroll and select "Live Photo".
- Go to your Photos app, find the Live Photo.
- Tap Share -> "Save as Video".
Note: This method usually leaves a small static watermark in the corner and reduces video quality.
Method 3: Native "Save Video" Option
If the creator allows it, you can save directly:
- Long press on the video.
- Tap "Save Video".
- If you don't see this option, the creator has disabled downloads. Use Method 1 instead.
Troubleshooting: "Why can't I save this TikTok?"
If you can't save a video, it's usually for one of these reasons:
- Private Account: The user has a private profile.
- Download Settings: The creator disabled downloads in their privacy settings.
- Under Review: TikTok manages content safety and may restrict downloads on videos under review.
In most of these cases (except Private videos), Method 1 (Copy Link) will still work!