How to change your age on TikTok?

Since the beginning 2021, it is no longer possible to change your date of birth directly in the TikTok app. The only solution is to go through the official support, explaining the error.

Here's exactly how to do it and how long it will take.

Why does your age matter on TikTok?

Your date of birth on TikTok It's not just a simple registration detail. It's used to filter the videos displayed on your «For You» page and to enable or block certain features. It is also this factor that triggers the legal provisions related to age.

L'TikTok algorithm uses your profile to recommend content tailored to you. Some suggestions are intentionally random, to help you discover new topics without limiting you to the same ones.

If you have entered a incorrect date of birth When you create an account, you may find that certain features you're normally entitled to are restricted. The parental control It, too, relies on this information, which explains why the platform protects it so vigorously.

Is it possible to change your age on TikTok?

No, the direct editing option has been discontinued in early 2021. It used to be in the app, but TikTok removed it to prevent the minors to lie about their age when signing up and to access content that is not intended for them.

Today, the only way to fix your date of birth, is to contact the TikTok support from the app or by email. And if you're new to the platform, this TikTok Beginner's Guide can also help you better understand how it works.

How do I change my age on TikTok?

You have to go through the official support to correct your date of birth. You send a request, then TikTok will reply to you by email.

Here are the steps to follow in the app:

1. Open TikTok and log in to your account.
2. Tap the icon Profile, in the lower-right corner of the screen.
3. Open the menu (the three strokes or the three dots at the top), then go to Settings and privacy.
4. Scroll down to the section Help Center

5. Click on to report a problem (User Privacy and Security).

6. Select Account,

7. Choose I want to update my date of birth 

8. Click on the link provided by TikTok to move on to the next step:

9. Select the option you want to update your date of birth.

TikTok then replies to you with e-mail. The processing time varies from user to user: sometimes a few days, sometimes longer. The platform does not specify a guaranteed processing time.

What if TikTok doesn't follow through?

As a last resort, you can Delete the account and create a new one with the correct date of birth. This is often the quickest solution when the error stems from the initial registration.

And if you ever get stuck on something else on TikTok, feel free to let us know in the comments!