Guidelines & Safety Checklist

Use this checklist to keep your TikTok LIVE content within the Community Guidelines and your account secure. It also covers what to do if you get a warning, see suspicious activity or are restricted by mistake.

Community guidelines checklist

Content guidelines

• No nudity, sexual content, or explicit material
• No violence, threats, or dangerous activities
• No hate speech, discrimination, or harassment
• No illegal activities or content promoting illegal acts
• No misleading or false information
• Respect intellectual property and copyright

LIVE-specific rules

• No soliciting gifts in exchange for inappropriate content
• No gambling, betting, or games of chance
• No sharing personal contact information
• No encouraging dangerous or harmful behavior
• No impersonating others or false identities
• No spam, scams, or fraudulent activities

Account security

• Never share your password or account access with anyone. iQ and legitimate networks will never ask for this.
• Use two-factor authentication
• Be cautious of phishing attempts
• Don't click suspicious links
• Keep your account information private
• Report suspicious activity immediately

Best practices

• Review TikTok's Community Guidelines regularly. They evolve, so stay updated on policy changes.
• When in doubt, don't post it. If you're unsure whether content violates the guidelines, err on the side of caution.
• Create content you'd be comfortable with family seeing
• Respect your audience and other creators
• Build a positive, inclusive community that trusts you
• Report violations you witness (don't engage)

Warning signs and what to do

Content warnings or violations

1. Review the violation.
2. Understand what went wrong.
3. Adjust your content immediately.

Multiple violations can lead to bans.

Suspicious account activity

1. Change your password immediately.
2. Enable two-factor authentication.
3. Review your account security settings.

False ban or restriction

1. Document everything.
2. Gather evidence.
3. Follow TikTok's appeal process.

iQ can provide guidance on appeals.

Do this next

1. Turn on two-factor authentication if it is off.
2. Read TikTok's current Community Guidelines.
3. Go through this checklist before your next LIVE.