TikTok Tightens Content Standards, Targets Problematic Posts in ‘For You’ Feed
In a major policy update, TikTok will make entire accounts temporarily ineligible for its For You feed if they repeatedly post content deemed problematic, including topics like extreme fitness and sexual suggestiveness.
- TikTok's updated community guidelines will take effect on May 17, focusing on stricter content eligibility for the For You feed.
- Accounts posting content like extreme fitness, sexually suggestive material, or misinformation will be harder to find in search and may face temporary restrictions.
- The platform introduces an 'Account Check' feature to help creators monitor their compliance with the new rules.
- TikTok aims to improve safety and public image amidst ongoing scrutiny and potential U.S. legislation threatening a ban.
- The update includes a new TikTok Creator Code of Conduct, expecting creators to uphold standards both on and off the platform.