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TikTok (previously known as Musical.ly) is a social networking app that allows creators to make short 15 to 60 second videos. Developed by ByteDance, the app has gained a lot of popularity over the past few months. The content released on the app varies from dance challenges to entertaining pranks to mouth-watering cooking videos. TikTok has videos that suit people from all over the world so it is easy to find content creators that you will enjoy!

TikTok Of 2020 The Craze

By Shahnoor Ahmad

How can I get famous? TikTok allows videos to be seen through the 'For You Page', which (similar to the recommended home page on YouTube) shows videos that TikTok thinks you'll enjoy. By using different hashtags and having a regular uploading schedule, there is a higher chance of getting featured on the For You Page. TikTok's For You Page doesn't only feature popular creators - people with a small following can easily gain followers and likes. Determination is key when hoping to become successful on TikTok!

REVIEWS

TikTok is oddly addictive! I think the main reason why people are spending hours a day on this app is due to the diverse content released; everyone has content that they relate to. - A 16-year-old.

INFLUENCERS The growth of popular content creators is extremely rapid as there are influencers that target different audiences. For example, Charli D'Amelio is the fastest growing influencer on TikTok, gaining millions of followers per week. Her most popular videos are of dance challenges that she partakes in and her sudden fame resulted in her appearance on Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show and at the Milan Fashion Week. TikTok has allowed young people to create flourishing careers by letting them do what they enjoy the most.

Lots of fun for teens and grown ups! Yes there is some mature content but with privacy settings and monitoring by parents it can easily be avoided. Me and my thirteen year old daughter love it! - A parent.

It’s a great app for mature tweens! There is some swearing, but that’s it! Definitely recommend for creative kids! –13 year old

CHALLENGE TIME! It's your time to shine! Want a chance to be featured in the next issue of the DBS Newspaper?

1. Create a video of your choice e.g. dancing, comedy skits etc.. 2. Make sure that the video is appropriate (no profanity etc...) 3. In your caption write the name/names of the people in the video alongside the year that they are in. 4. Use the hashtag 'DBSchallenge'. Make sure that your account is public so that we can view the post. The DBS student with the most authentic/creative video will have the luck of being featured in the next issue of the DBS newspaper. Be sure that the video is appropriate and created to the best of your abilities. Have fun!