TikTok has faced a significant glitch that left many users frustrated. Reports indicate over 600,000 complaints just this past weekend, as users struggled with issues like repeated videos on their feeds, content not showing up, and even uploads getting “zero views.”
The problems began when TikTok’s new US management apologized for the disruption. TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, the entity now overseeing the platform, stated they are working to restore services after a power outage at a US data center affected multiple apps.
On social media, users expressed their frustrations. One user on X (formerly Twitter) asked if others experienced slow loading, old video repeats, and viewing difficulties. Many felt their uploaded content wasn’t receiving the visibility it usually does, further fueling concerns.
To give some context, this isn’t the first time TikTok has faced significant issues. In the past, similar outages have sparked debates about ownership and the app’s algorithm changes. Notably, under a new agreement, Oracle is now a major player in TikTok’s US operations, aimed at assuring users about their data security.
According to recent reports, user complaints were notably high again on Monday morning, even after a brief drop in reports overnight on Sunday. As many as 663,061 incidents of glitches were logged by Downdetector, indicating a widespread impact on users.
These concerns over stability come as TikTok is navigating its ownership changes and promises to enhance user data protection. While the app’s new management focuses on stability, users are left hoping for a swift resolution to the disruptions they’ve faced.
In light of these events, social media reactions show a community rapidly expressing dissatisfaction, but also a resilience as they seek solutions online. The tech world is watching closely, as changes at TikTok could have broader implications for how social media platforms operate and handle user data.
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