Tips to get and use TikTok API step by step

Have you ever heard about the TikTok API?

TikTok API is a set of application programming interfaces for the TikTok app. Developers can utilize the platform to create an interface for creators and users. It allows users to share videos with the entire TikTok community or to embed TikTok movies on a website.

How can I obtain the TikTok API?

TikTok offers an open API to anyone who creates an account on the developers' website with the intention of integrating TikTok into their product.

Step 1 – Create an account

First, go to the TikTok developers portal and register an account.

Click login and enter the service if you already have an account or click Sign up.

Then fill in your email address and click Send PIN to email.

Check your inbox for the TikTok platform's automated message. Press Next after entering the code to verify your developer account. Remember that you only have one minute to complete this task.

The final step is to create a password for account access

Step 2 – Accept the ‘’TikTok for developers’’ Terms of service

The next step is to read and accept the TikTok Developer Terms and Conditions agreement that appears in the next window.

We strongly advise you to take your time and read the text thoroughly so that you are aware of the usage guidelines and limitations.


Step 3 – Connect a new application


Choose Connect a new app filed in the My apps tab once you’ve logged in your account.

Upload the icon for the app you wish to connect with TikTok and give it a name. To continue, press Start.

Upload the icon for the app you wish to connect with TikTok and give it a name. To continue, press Start.

Step 4 – Submit application for review

To begin working on your integration, you must first submit an application, which will be reviewed by the TikTok team and granted access to the platform API and software development tools.

Here’s the data you have to fill in:

 

Field

Information

Example

App name

The name of your current or previous app into which you want to incorporate TikTok content.

My Application

Category

There is an option to select from a dropdown menu. If nothing seems to match, you must choose the category that best fits your situation or make a note of Others.

The most commonly used seem to include:Business, Education, Lifestyle, Shopping, etc...

iOs or Android download URL

It is necessary to have a link to your app on one or both platforms.

 

Description

A brief description of why you require API integration

Display TikTok visual content

Official website

Link to your online project's main website.

 

Bundle ID

It is a code that uniquely identifies a program in Apple's system. It'll be at the bottom of your App Store link.

 

PKG name

This ID is used to identify an app on a device as well as on the Google Play Store.

 

You must wait for the outcome after you have submitted your app for review. You will be given a Client Key to begin working on your integration after you have received permission.

 

On your application page, above the App info tab, you'll find the TikTok metrics for your API-using app.

 

Documentation

We’re all new to Tiktok so let’s share together the documents about it. The Docs part of the TikTok developer portal contains the most important information and recommendations for utilizing the API and integrating the Open SDK solution. It's split into two sections: iOS and Android beginner's guides. A section on TikTok video integration is also included. Besides, we are also about to launch API feature in the Multi TikTok Pixels app, Shopify users can follow us and take advantage of it.

 

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