How to Watch TikTok Without App

Sometimes, you need to watch TikTok videos or open shared TikTok links but don't have the app installed due to the limited storage capacity or the nightmare of the previous TikTok ban. At this point, you might be wondering, "Can I watch TikTok without the app?" The answer is definitely yes! Then, how to watch TikTok without app? This is what we're going to talk about.

Method 1. Watch TikTok in Browser

The most straightforward way to watch TikTok videos without app is heading to the web version of TikTok. Simply open your browser and visit tiktok.com.

More amazingly, there is almost no difference in the functions of the TikTok web version and the app version. They both provide a comprehensive set of features, including video discovery, content creation, interactions, editing tools, and live stream access.

And you can even create the TikTok shortcut on your smartphone's home screen. Doing this will take you straight to the TikTok website without needing to manually open your browser every time.

🔧Solved: Can't Watch TikTok in Browser?

However, we noticed that some of you had trouble opening and watching shared TikTok videos in your browser like this Reddit user. Don't worry. To fix this, just delete the extra parameters after the question mark from the link. For example, if the TikTok link looks like this:

https://www.tiktok.com/username/video/123456789?_t=8maxAMV04n0&_r=1i

After removing parameters after the question mark, it becomes and can be opened in the browser:

https://www.tiktok.com/username/video/123456789

Method 2. Use TikTok Online Viewer

You can also use the TikTok online viewer. These third-party websites let you browse and watch TikTok videos anonymously without logging into TikTok or using the TikTok app. Two popular TikTok online viewers are:

• Urlebird -- Best for discovering and browsing various TikTok content.
• WatchWithout -- Best for watching shared TikTok videos via link.

1Urlebird

This free TikTok viewer is versatile. It not only owns trending video and music collections but allows you to watch videos by searching for specific users or hashtags. What's more, you can download TikTok videos with it even if you don't have the TikTok app.

One such shortcoming of this TikTok online viewer is it doesn't provide an entrance to view the comment details of videos. To view TikTok without app using this tool, simply follow:

2WatchWithout

WatchWithout is another TikTok web viewer where you can watch TikTok videos, no app required. However, it is primarily designed for viewing TikTok content through direct links shared with you. That is, you cannot use it to discover TikTok videos. In this manner, it can also help when you can't open the TikTok shared link in your browser.

Here's how to use it:

Method 3. Find TikTok Videos on Other Social Media

One great thing about TikTok videos is that they can be shared across other social media platforms, like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, or X. So, I bet you have noticed that TikTok viral videos are often reposted by others on other social media.

Besides, TikTok influencers or content creators typically sync their TikTok videos on their other social media profiles. Therefore, you'll likely come across many of their TikTok videos there if you follow your favorite influencers on these platforms.

However, this method comes with some limitations. For instance, you may not find your desired video content accurately on these other platforms. Additionally, TikTok videos shared on other platforms often come with watermarks or may be cropped, which can affect the overall viewing quality.

Method 4. Watch Your Kid's TikTok with AirDroid

If you have children who love watching TikTok videos and you're curious about what they're watching without having to download the app yourself, we've got good news for you.

You can easily do that using the AirDroid TikTok Tracker App. This app can record the TikTok videos your child has viewed and even provide the video source so parents can watch them directly, with no TikTok required.

Additionally, its Screen Mirroring feature allows parents to watch TikTok videos in real-time along with their children, even without a TikTok app. Want to learn more? Follow the steps below.

Method 5: Download Videos for Offline Viewing

You can also download your favorite TikTok videos for offline viewing before you uninstall the TikTok app or through the web version. This way is best for accessing TikTok videos even if it is banned.

However, not all TikTok videos are available for download. Additionally, the saved videos will be outdated as newly released videos and popular content grow on TikTok. That is, you cannot enjoy the real-time updated viewing experience.

FAQs About Watching TikTok Videos

Explore TikTok Fun without The App!

Now that you know you can watch TikTok without using the app or logging into an account. This can be done by accessing the TikTok web version, checking other social media profiles of your favorite TikTok influencers, using TikTok online viewers, or downloading TikTok videos for offline viewing. For parents, to watch TikTok videos their child watched, AirDroid is a great solution.