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Do you want to go Live on TikTok but don't have enough followers? In most cases, you will need to be at least 16 years old and have at least 1,000 followers to go Live. However, if you lack the follower count, you can ask TikTok support to turn on the Live feature for your account as long as you're 16 or older. This is not guaranteed to work, but it can improve your chances of going Live. Once you're approved, it's easy to stream Live on TikTok! This wikiHow will show you how to go Live on TikTok regardless of your follower count on an iPhone, iPad, or Android.
Things You Should Know
- Depending on your region, you must have at least 100 or 1,000 followers to go Live, but you can request an exception by contacting TikTok.
- If you don't meet the requirements, send a request to enable Live by going to Settings and privacy, then Report a problem.
- To go Live, tap the + on your homepage. Enter your Live details, then tap Go LIVE.
Steps
Enable TikTok Live Without 1,000 Followers
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1Open the TikTok app. This is the multi-colored music note with a black background. If you're at least 16 but don't have 1,000 followers, you can ask TikTok to make an exception to allow you to go Live.
- TikTok is available for iOS in the App Store and for Android in the Google Play Store.
- If you aren't already signed in, tap Sign in to do so now or create an account.
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2Tap Profile. This will be in the bottom-right corner, underneath the person icon.
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3Tap ☰, then Settings and privacy. You'll be taken to a new page.
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4Tap Report a problem. You may have to scroll down to find it. This will be underneath the Support header.
- This is how you can contact TikTok.
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5Tap Live. This will be beside a video camera icon.
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6Tap I can't start a LIVE. A new page will open with information on Live requirements.
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7Tap No. This will be underneath Is your problem resolved?
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8Tap Need more help?. You'll be redirected to a page where you can input feedback.
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9Enter the request details. Use the text field to enter in your request.
- Enter something along the lines of: "Hello, I can't access the TikTok LIVE feature. Could you please enable it for my account? Thank you!"
- Be polite and as clear as possible.
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10Tap Submit. This is the red button at the bottom of the screen.
- Your request will be sent. You will hear back from the TikTok team within 24 to 72 hours, depending on the number of open requests.
- If TikTok denies your request, you'll need to get more likes on TikTok to build your following to at least 1,000.
How to Go Live on TikTok
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1Open the TikTok app. If you meet TikTok's criteria for Live streaming or you want to see if TikTok has made an exception for you, start by launching the TikTok app on your Android, iPhone, or iPad.
- If you aren't already signed in, tap Sign in to do so now.
- By default, the app will open to your For You page.
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2Tap the +. This will be at the bottom of your screen.
- Your camera will open.
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3Tap LIVE. This will be below the record button. You may need to scroll right to find it.
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4Add a title for your LIVE. You have a max character limit of 30.
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5Select a cover photo. You can use your profile picture or select from your Camera Roll (iOS) or Gallery (Android).
- You can also choose your topic and support a nonprofit if desired.
- Add any filters, effects, or enhancements by tapping the icon on the right panel.
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6Tap Go LIVE. This is the red button at the bottom of your screen. A countdown will begin, then you will be Live.
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Expert Interview
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