Before we dive in to the steps, let’s first define what a TikTok story is. This relatively new feature allows users to create short videos or photos that last 24 hours and automatically disappear from their profile after that period has elapsed.
Let’s now dive into the steps to delete a TikTok story:
- How to delete a TikTok story on iOS
- Open the TikTok app and navigate to your profile page.
- Tap on the story you wish to remove.
- Tap the three dots icon located at the bottom right corner of your screen.
- Choose “Delete” from the dropdown menu that appears.
- Confirm that you wish to delete the story by tapping “Delete.”
- How to Delete a TikTok Story on Android
- Open the TikTok app and navigate to your profile page.
- Select the story that you wish to delete from your library by tapping its Delete icon.
- Tap the three dots icon in the top right corner of your screen.
- Select “Delete” from the menu that appears.
- Confirm that you wish to delete this story by tapping “Delete” a second time.
- It’s worth remembering that once a TikTok story is deleted, it cannot be recovered. If you make an unintentional deletion of your story, you must recreate it from scratch.
Troubleshooting Tips
Can’t locate the story I want to delete?
If you can’t locate your desired story, it may have already expired and been removed from your profile. TikTok stories expire after 24 hours, so if it has been longer than that then the story will no longer be visible.
I Cannot Delete My Story
If you’re having difficulty deleting a story, try restarting either your TikTok app or device. Additionally, logging out and then signing back in may help resolve the problem. If still unsuccessful, contact TikTok support for further assistance.
I Accidentally Deleted the Wrong Story
Unfortunately, there is no way to recover a deleted TikTok story. If you make an error and accidentally delete your wrong story, you will have to recreate it from scratch.
Conclusion
Deleting a TikTok story is an easy process that only takes a few steps. If you experience any problems, try restarting the app or device, logging out and back in, or reaching out to TikTok support if needed. Remember: once a story has been deleted, it cannot be recovered.
