How To Block A Sound In TikTok

TikTok’s algorithm is designed to show you videos that align with your interests. However, there may be instances where a particular sound keeps popping up, potentially ruining your experience on the app. Fortunately, TikTok allows you to block sounds that you find annoying. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to block sounds on TikTok.

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Blocking a Sound from Your Feed

If a specific noise keeps appearing in your feed and it’s starting to bother you, you can block it right from its source. Here’s how:

Tap and hold the video that contains the annoying sound.
Select “Not interested” from the menu that appears.
Tap “More” for additional options, then select “Hide videos with this sound.”

This action informs the TikTok algorithm that you no longer wish to see videos with that particular sound in your feed. If the sound is associated with a trending theme, blocking it will prevent similar videos from appearing in your feed.

Block an Account on TikTok

If the bothersome noise consistently comes from the same account, you can choose to block that account. This ensures that you won’t hear that profile’s sounds again, provided you’re okay with not seeing any of their content. Here’s how:

Navigate to the profile you want to block.
Tap the icon in the top right (either the share or the 3 dot “more” icon).
Select the “block” option. TikTok will warn you that blocking someone means you’ll no longer see each other’s content or profile.
Confirm the block if you’re comfortable with the implications.

Reset “For You” Feed

If you’re still struggling with unwanted noises in your “For You” feed, you can reset your preferences in the algorithm. This can help clear the data that keeps suggesting videos with sounds you dislike. Here’s how:

Open TikTok and select your Profile tab.
Tap the menu button in the upper right-hand corner.
Select “Settings and Privacy.”
Tap on “Content Preferences” to edit them.

Favorite Sounds You Like

While it’s important to block sounds you don’t like, it’s equally crucial to save sounds that you enjoy. Here’s how:

When you watch a video and hear a song you like, tap the circle icon at the bottom right of the screen.
Tap “Add to Favorites” to save the song under the “Sounds” menu.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why am I hearing unwanted sounds?

Unwanted sounds often come from current popular trends on TikTok and the suggestions that TikTok has for you based on your previous interactions on the app.

Are unwanted sounds a problem for the app?

No, the undesirable sounds you’re hearing aren’t a problem with the app. They’re just the background noises that users have added to their videos to attract attention from viewers.

Conclusion

TikTok offers several ways to customize your experience, including the ability to block sounds and accounts that you find annoying. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can create a more enjoyable TikTok experience tailored to your preferences.