TikTok users across the United States were left stunned as the popular short-video app ceased to function and vanished from Apple and Google app stores just ahead of a looming federal ban.
On Saturday evening, TikTok’s app was quietly removed from major platforms, leaving its millions of U.S. users with an unsettling message when attempting to access the app. “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now,” the pop-up read, preventing users from scrolling through videos.
The message confirmed the implementation of a law banning TikTok in the United States, adding, “Unfortunately, that means you can’t use TikTok for now.” The notification also referenced President-elect Donald Trump’s pledge to “save” the platform, stating, “We are fortunate that President Trump has indicated that he will work with us on a solution to reinstate TikTok once he takes office.”
Earlier in the day, TikTok had informed users that its service would be “temporarily unavailable” and assured them that efforts were underway to restore access. However, the timeline for the app’s return remains uncertain.
The sudden blackout marks a significant moment in the ongoing debate over TikTok’s presence in the U.S., with concerns about data security and its Chinese ownership driving the ban. As millions wait for updates, the question lingers: will TikTok return, or is this the end of the app’s era in America? Stay tuned.
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