TikTok Traffic Limits：Understanding and Tackling Account Limitation Challenges

Being restricted in TikTok is a problem that many bloggers often encounter. This situation may cause a sharp drop in video exposure, thus affecting the overall development of the account.

In fact, the traffic restriction of TikTok is somewhat different from that of Douyin in China. Many novice bloggers often fall into the dilemma of traffic restriction due to their lack of understanding of the platform rules, and their accounts are even useless. But in fact, as long as you understand the reasons and make adjustments, you can still solve this problem.

Please note that the current limiting problem is not only reflected in video playback, but also in live broadcasting. Therefore, it is best to conduct a comprehensive inspection of this issue at one time.

1. 9 pitfalls of TikTok’s traffic restriction

1. Network environment issues: If you are using an unstable network or dynamic IP, it may cause an abnormal environment and be identified as an abnormal access by the TikTok system. It is recommended to use a stable overseas server and ensure that the DNS address is an overseas address to avoid the IP address being identified as a domestic address. At the same time, ensure that the phone settings are correct, such as no SIM card is inserted, and the language and time zone positioning are consistent with the target area.

2. Video content issues: TikTok has high requirements for the quality and originality of video content. If the video quality is poor or it is considered to be copied content, the account will be restricted. The solution is to improve the quality of the video, ensure the content is original, and use music from TikTok's music library to avoid copyright issues.

3. Account operation issues: Frequent account switching or using automated tools to manage accounts may be considered abnormal behavior. It is recommended to simulate normal user behavior, reasonably control the number of video uploads, and avoid abnormal operations.

4. Review delay: It may take several hours or even longer for videos from new accounts to be recommended. If the videos of new accounts have no views for a long time, you can consider creating a new account.

5. Hardware device problem: If the phone has a SIM card, it is recommended to remove it. If the carrier information is still displayed after removing the card and cannot be erased, it is recommended to change the phone. It is recommended to use iPhone 7 or higher, and Android users should choose a foreign version of the phone.

6. Software environment issues: Make sure that the email address, IP address, DNS, system language, system time, etc. used are consistent with the target region. Avoid using domestic email addresses to register TikTok accounts, and ensure that the node lines are not contaminated.

   

7. Video duplication check: TikTok will check video content for duplication. If a video is copied too many times, it will be identified by the system and restricted. The solution is to avoid using too many filters or masks, and try to choose the latest or less popular videos for secondary creation.

8. IP restrictions: TikTok has a strict detection and management mechanism for IP addresses. If an IP address is identified as abnormal or has violations, it will directly affect the account's traffic. It is recommended to use a clean static residential IP and ensure that the IP node is consistent with the DNS region, and avoid using public or shared IPs.

9. Traffic restriction without clear reason: Sometimes TikTok may limit the growth rate of an account, which is called unexplained traffic restriction. It is recommended to maintain normal operations and gradually increase the account weight.

2. TikTok’s response strategy to traffic restrictions

In the face of the current limiting problem, I personally recommend the following strategies, which can be used flexibly according to the actual situation:

1. Give up decisively and start over:

If your current account has just been created, has a low number of followers, and still cannot get rid of the current limit dilemma after multiple adjustments, then decisively abandoning the account and re-registering a new one may be a more efficient option, but please note that the IP needs to be changed.

2. Optimize the network environment

An unstable network environment and frequent switching of IP addresses will alert the system and lead to current limiting. It is recommended to choose a niche proxy IP provider to use with your account, or to build your own node to ensure the stability and security of the network environment, such as the static exclusive IP of IPFoxy.

In addition, avoid frequent logging in and out, switching accounts in a short period of time, etc. to prevent the system from identifying them as abnormal operations. You can bind the IP to a fixed device, or use multi-account tools such as cloud phones and antidetect-browsers.

3. Improve video quality and optimize content structure:

High-quality content is definitely a prerequisite for gaining traffic. Check which videos in your account may cause a drop in traffic, delete or hide these low-quality works, reduce copying, and try to use a variety of editing techniques to enhance the originality and attractiveness of the video. In terms of content, you can incorporate interesting plot designs, creative images, etc. to make the video more attractive, thereby increasing the audience's interaction rate.

4. Boost account authority

Simulate real user behavior to maintain the account, preferably for more than a month. Browse other creators' works regularly every day, like, forward and comment on videos to increase the activity and interactivity of the account. Maintaining interaction with fans can also enhance fans' stickiness to the account. These behaviors help to improve the account weight and increase the exposure of videos on the "For you" page.

The above methods can solve the problem of TikTok account limited flow and zero playback. If the problem persists, you may need to further check other settings of the account or try to create a new account.