TikTok is a popular platform for sharing short videos and showcasing talent to a global audience. With its addictive nature, it’s essential to consider the impact it may have on your daily life, especially if you’re a student.  

If you’ve made the decision to temporarily disable or permanently delete your TikTok account, this article will guide you through the necessary steps. Read on to learn how to deactivate TikTok temporarily and reactivate it again whenever you are ready. 

Understanding Temporary Account Deactivation 

Before we dive into the process, let's clarify what happens when you temporarily disable your TikTok account. When you choose to deactivate your account, it remains in the TikTok database for 30 days. However, during this period, your followers and other users won't be able to find your account or access your content. 

After 30 days, if you don't reactivate or forget about your account, it will be permanently deleted, and there will be no way to recover your data. To ensure the safety of your content, TikTok advises users to download their data during the deactivation process which will be elaborated below. 

Steps to Temporarily Disable Your TikTok Account 

Temporarily disabling your TikTok account is a straightforward process. Follow the steps below: 

1. Launch the TikTok application on your device. 

2. Tap on the Profile icon located at the bottom right corner of the screen. 

3. From the top right corner, tap on the Hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) to access the menu options. 

4. Tap on "Settings and Privacy." 

5. In the "Settings and Privacy" section, select "Manage Account." 

6. From the list of options, tap on "Delete Account." 

7. Choose the "I'm leaving temporarily" option and tap on "Continue." 

8. To ensure data preservation, you can request a download by tapping on "Request Download." This step allows you to keep a backup of your account data. 

9. Read the terms and conditions, select the radio button to accept them, and tap on "Continue." 

10. Review the consequences of deactivation and tap on "Continue" to proceed. 

11. Enter the verification code sent to your mobile number and tap on "Delete Account." 

12. Confirm the deletion by tapping on "Delete" in the pop-up window. 

By following these steps, you will have successfully disabled your TikTok account temporarily for a period of 30 days. 

Permanent Account Deactivation 

 
 If you decide to permanently delete your TikTok account, follow the steps below: 

1. Launch the TikTok app on your device. 

2. Tap on the Profile icon located at the bottom right corner. 

3. Tap on the Hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) and select "Settings and Privacy." 

4. Choose "Manage Account" from the options presented. 

5. Tap on "Delete Account." 

6. Select the "I'm leaving temporarily" option and tap on "Continue." 

7. Accept the terms and conditions by selecting the radio button and tapping on "Continue." 

8. Proceed by tapping on "Continue" again. 

9. Enter the verification code received on your mobile number. 

10. Finally, tap on "Delete Account" and confirm the deletion by tapping on "Delete" in the pop-up window. 

Upon completion of these steps, your TikTok account will be permanently deleted after 30 days. 

Reactivating Your TikTok Account 

If you wish to reactivate your TikTok account within the 30-day deactivation period, follow these steps: 

1. Open the TikTok app on your phone. 

2. Tap on 

 the Profile icon at the bottom right corner. 

3. Tap on the "Log in" option located at the bottom of the screen. 

4. Choose the appropriate login method, either by using your phone number or email/username. 

5. Follow the prompts to enter your login credentials and verify your account. 

6. Once verified, tap on the "Reactivate" option to successfully regain access to your TikTok account. 

Remember that reactivation is only possible within 30 days of deactivation. 

 In this article, we've explored the steps to temporarily disable or permanently delete your TikTok account. Whether you choose to take a break from the platform or remove your account entirely, it's important to follow the proper procedures to safeguard your data and ensure a smooth transition. 

By following the instructions provided, you can easily deactivate or reactivate your TikTok account according to your preferences.