If you're wondering whether streamers can see you when you watch their TikTok Live, then you're not the only one. This is a common question asked by many TikTok users who prefer to operate incognito.
As you might be aware, you can watch TikTok anonymously without the app. But, with the TikTok profile view history feature adding the ability to see who's looking at your profile, TikTok is making it impossible for users to snoop so secretly.
So, when it comes to TikTok Live, are you anonymous when you are watching a live stream? Can live streamers see who is watching? Let's find out. But, before that, you might be interested in knowing how to go live on TikTok without 1000 followers.
Can streamers see who watches their TikTok Lives?
No, TikTok streamers can not see you when you watch their TikTok Live.
Although TikTok displays the view count, it doesn't show streamers who are watching their live streams. In other words, a viewer who is watching TikTok Live will remain anonymous to the streamer.
However, if you comment on the Live broadcast or send virtual gifts (such as Galaxy) to the host, your presence will certainly be noticed by them. They can even pin your comments on TikTok Live, making your presence prominently known to all viewers.
Similarly, content creators will also not be able to see who viewed their TikTok videos. They can only see metrics like total video views, total playtime, average watch time, and, obviously, the total number of likes, comments, and shares.
Can you watch TikTok Live anonymously?
As mentioned in the previous section, when watching TikTok Lives, you're anonymous by default. The host will never know that you are watching unless you comment or send gifts to them.
However, if you visit their profile page, they will be notified, provided they have the profile view history feature turned on. That might be something undesirable for you, as you want to remain anonymous.
So, what do you do to be stealthy? Fortunately, there is a way to search for users and watch TikTok videos anonymously. Follow the steps below to watch TikTok anonymously.
- Open the web browser on your PC or smartphone and visit the TikTok website.
- You can now explore the For You page, search for public users, and share links to any videos you find.
- Use a burner account to search for users and watch TikTok videos without letting the hosts know some of your personal details. You would have to go through registering a new account again, but at least it will not be your personal account.
- You can use VPN to filter, protect, and control the information that you want to show.
Now you can watch TikTok Duets, Lives, and the latest TikTok trends anonymously. If your TikTok account is banned or if you forgot your TikTok email or password, you can use this method. It's worth mentioning that you won’t be able to follow people, like videos, or leave comments.