How to get dark mode on TikTok in the iPhone app, and give the viral app a new sleek look

Sophie Putka
Updated ·2 min read
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iPhone users have full access to TikTok's dark mode. Sheldon Cooper/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images

Whether you're looking something stylish, or just a new look for your favorite apps, dark mode options are there for you.

If you're on an iPhone (sorry, Android and desktop users), you can turn on dark mode in TikTok now too. This will make normally black text turn white, and change the lighter backgrounds to black. Don't worry about the videos though - they'll stay the same.

How to turn on dark mode in TikTok on an iPhone

  1. Open the TikTok app and tap the icon labeled "Me" in the bottom-right.

  2. Tap the three horizontal dots in the top-right to open the "Settings and privacy" menu.

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    You can find the TikTok app's settings button in the top right of the "Me" screen. William Antonelli/Business Insider

  3. Select "Dark mode" under the "Content & activity" heading.

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    You can find the dark mode option between the "App language" and "Content preferences" options. William Antonelli/Business Insider

  4. Choose the "Dark" option to switch to dark mode in TikTok.

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    Dark mode features black backgrounds and muted colors. William Antonelli/Business Insider

Quick tip: You can toggle on "Use device settings" to make the app switch between light and dark mode automatically, based on which mode your iPhone is in.

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