Title: The Dangers of TikTok That Are Worth Your Attention | Reader's Digest
Headings: The Dangers of TikTok That Are Worth Your Attention
The Dangers of TikTok That Are Worth Your Attention
We all love TikTok, but there are many things we don't know yet about the app. After you click agree, are you putting yourself at risk?
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TikTok: An overview
Why is TikTok in the news right now?
Danger #1: Extended permissions in app
Danger #2: Data mining, selling, and storage
Danger #3: National security
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Content: Users can also play with built-in video and sound effects to recreate viral TikTok trends and challenges. These short videos rack up hearts (much like the “likes” of Facebook or Instagram), comments, and reposts/duets. The video creators, known as TikTokers, aim for followers on the platform. Many TikTokers with large followings monetize their videos or promote their brand through specialized ads, merchandise, and partnerships. TikTok has its own special set of expectations and etiquette rules within its “something for everyone” content model. Why is TikTok in the news right now? To start, TikTok was the number one most downloaded app on the Apple App store in the first quarter of 2019. Since then, the popularity has continued to skyrocket. As of summer 2020, TikTok is on millions on mobile devices in the United States and abroad. TikTok has offered a supportive community for many on the app while also raising concerns over dangerous trends and effects on mental health.