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TikTok is a California-based social media application that allows users to create and share short mobile videos. Read more

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TikTok

TikTok is a California-based social media application that allows users to create and share short mobile videos. Read more

Shou Zi Chew's photo - CEO of TikTok

CEO

Shou Zi Chew

CEO Approval Rating

82/100

Founded:

2016

Status:

PrivateSubsidiary of ByteDance

SIC Code:

7372 NAICS listing »

Website:

Est. Annual Revenue
Est. Employees
Sector
Application Software
Video Streaming
Headquarters

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The top 10 competitors in TikTok's competitive set are Triller, Dubsmash, Byte, Likee, ShareChat, Roposo, 9GAG, MadLipz, Facebook, VMate. Together they have raised over 39.0B between their estimated 66.0K employees. TikTok's revenue is the ranked 3rd among it's top 10 competitors. The top 10 competitors average 6.3B. TikTok has 3,500 employees and is ranked 2nd among it's top 10 competitors. The top 10 competitors average 3,343.

Triller is perceived as one of TikTok's biggest rivals. Triller was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Like TikTok, Triller also competes in the Application Software space. Triller generates $128.9M less revenue vs. TikTok.

Dubsmash is a top competitor of TikTok. Dubsmash is a Private company that was founded in 2014 in New York, New York. Like TikTok, Dubsmash also works within the Application Software sector. Compared to TikTok, Dubsmash has 3,440 fewer employees.

Byte is TikTok's #3 rival. Byte is headquartered in New York, New York, and was founded in 2012. Byte operates in the Video Streaming industry. Byte generates 8.93% the revenue of TikTok.

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Trending News for TikTok and TikTok's Competitors

May 6, 2021

Engadget

TikTok works with Streamlabs' tipping and livestream tools

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May 7, 2021

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Triller partners with SoundCloud to promote emerging artists

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May 6, 2021

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TikTok Acquisitions

No recent acquisitions found related to TikTok

TikTok Funding History

Since TikTok was founded in 2016, it has participated in 1 round of funding. In total TikTok has raised $200.0M. TikTok's funding round was on Jul 2020 for a total of $200.0M

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Investment Fund
Jul 2020
$200M
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Total Funding: $200M

Since TikTok was founded in 2016, it has participated in 1 round of funding. In total TikTok has raised $200.0M. TikTok's funding round was on Jul 2020 for a total of $200.0M

TikTok Investments

No recent investments found related to TikTok

TikTok News

May 6, 2021Tech Times

TikTok and Streamlabs Partner Up to Help Creators Earn Money

TikTok wants to help creators get some tips and donations while doing livestreaming by partnering up ... See more »
May 5, 2021Engadget

TikTok joins the Technology Coalition against child abuse

On Wednesday, TikTok said it joined the Technology Coalition, an organization works towards protectin... See more »
May 5, 2021Adweek

TikTok Sets Initiatives to #SupportSmallBusiness Throughout May

TikTok will recognize National Small Business Week throughout the month of May by enabling users to s... See more »
May 4, 2021Music Business Worldwide

ByteDance CFO Shouzi Chew named as TikTok's new CEO

Vanessa Pappas to take on the role of TikTok COOSource... See more »
May 4, 2021News Break

A Closer Look At Shou Zi Chew, TikTok's New CEO - News Break

When TikTok - the world's hottest social media platform worth some $400 million, according to Mothers... See more »
May 4, 2021BandT Australia

Aussie Vanessa Pappas Named TikTok's Global COO

TikTok has updated its senior leadership team, with Australian Vanessa Pappas [pictured] moving from ... See more »
May 3, 2021Social Media Today

TikTok Launches New Promotion and Ad Tools to Help SMBs Maximize their On-Platform Efforts

TikTok has launched a new SMB push, and new ad tools and insights, to coincide with National Small Bu... See more »

TikTok Blogs

May 24, 2018Musical.ly Blog

Updates to our Privacy Policy for users in the European Union

This month, we're updating our Privacy Policy for the EU in accordance with new data protection regul... See more »
April 26, 2018Musical.ly Blog

musical.ly #EllensDanceDare Contest Rules

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January 17, 2018Musical.ly Blog

Have you heard? Sound Effects are here!

We've got a new update for you on musical.ly today, and it includes a massive new sound library to he... See more »
January 11, 2018Musical.ly Blog

Apply For musical.ly's Brand Ambassador Program!

We are looking for highly motivated and passionate brand ambassadors in the US to rep musical.ly on t... See more »
October 27, 2017Musical.ly Blog

Does HRVY have your heart?

HRVY came to musical.ly HQ today all the way from the UK, and we can for sure say that he has our hea... See more »
October 16, 2017Musical.ly Blog

Hunter Rowland is here!!!

Who loves Hunter Rowland?! Oh that's right ... all of us. Scroll down for a super juicy and fun inter... See more »
October 12, 2017Musical.ly Blog

Melanie & Miranda Wilking!

Who are these super cute and stylish ladies?! They're the Wilking Sisters! Check them out on musical.... See more »

TikTok Press Releases

February 5, 2021StreetInsider

Nativex expands presence in TikTok Marketing Partner Program; Integrates TopWorks for Enhanced Ad Creative Solutions

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Â Nativex, a leading...... See more »
January 19, 2021O'Dwyer's PR News

Breaux, Lott Lobby for TikTok

Former US Senators John Breaux (D-LA) and Trent Lott (R-MS) have signed on to represent TikTok, the s... See more »
January 8, 2021GlobalNewswire

Cohley Partners with TikTok to Deliver Top-Quality Content

Tom Logan, Co-Founder & CEO at Cohley, is interviewed on Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam T... See more »
December 8, 2020WebProNews

TikTok Gains Reprieve Judge As Judge Blocks Ban

WebProNews TikTok Gains Reprieve Judge As Judge Blocks Ban The deadline for ByteDance to complete the... See more »
November 30, 2020For Press Release

The New Tiktok Promotion Service Launched

Gaining and retaining followers is a concept that most should be familiar with when using social medi... See more »
November 11, 2020WebProNews

TikTok Wants to Know What's Going On With Its Ban

WebProNews TikTok Wants to Know What's Going On With Its Ban Wondering what's going on with TikTok's ... See more »
November 11, 2020PR Newswire

Tik Tok Set to reach 1.2 Billion Average Monthly Active Users in 2021 Predicts App Annie

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- App Annie, the leader in mobile data and analytics, toda... See more »

TikTok Videos

March 28, 2018Musical.ly Youtube Channel

"Zoe LaVerne Musical.ly Compilation" on YOUTUBE

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March 16, 2018Musical.ly Youtube Channel

"QUEEN NAIJA - MEDICINE (OFFICIAL VIDEO SNIPPET) " on YOUTUBE

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January 7, 2018Musical.ly Youtube Channel

"Baby Ariel vs Loren Beech Vs Arii Musical.ly Battle" on YOUTUBE

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January 4, 2018Musical.ly Youtube Channel

"EVERYTHING WRONG WITH MALU TREVEJO" on YOUTUBE

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December 26, 2017Musical.ly Youtube Channel

"Best Christmas Musical.ly Compilation of 2017" on YOUTUBE

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November 16, 2017Musical.ly Youtube Channel

"DANIELLE VS MALU INSTAGRAM BEEF OVER SOMETHING OETTY" on YOUTUBE

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October 16, 2017Musical.ly Youtube Channel

"BruhItsZach Instagram Beef with Ex Devenity Perkins" on YOUTUBE

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TikTok Headquarters

Santa Monica Blvd

Los Angeles, California90025

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TikTok Summary

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Overview

TikTok is a California-based social media application that allows users to create and share short mobile videos. TikTok was founded in 2016. TikTok's headquarters is located in Los Angeles, California, USA 90025. It has raised 200.0M in 1 round. The l...

CEO

TikTok's CEO, Shou Zi Chew, currently has an approval rating of 82%. TikTok's primary competitors are Triller, Dubsmash & Byte.

Website

tiktok.com

Frequently Asked Questions about TikTok

  1. When was TikTok founded?

    TikTok was founded in 2016

  2. Who is TikTok's CEO?

    TikTok's CEO is Shou Zi Chew

  3. How much revenue does TikTok generate?

    TikTok generates $176.9M in revenue

  4. How much funding does TikTok have?

    TikTok has historically raised $200M in funding

  1. Where is TikTok's headquarters?

    TikTok's headquarters is in Los Angeles California, USA

  2. How many employees does TikTok have?

    TikTok has 3,500 employees

  3. What sector does TikTok operate in?

    TikTok is in Application Software, Video Streaming

  4. Who are TikTok's competitors?

    TikTok's top competitors are Triller, Dubsmash, Byte
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