Is your TikTok not getting views? If you're a new account it's normal not to get tons of likes straight away (there are ways to change it, but more on that later). However, if you find that your video is not getting a single view, there might be something deeper going on. If you're wondering 'why did my TikTok get 0 views?', we've put together a list of possible reasons, from not having any followers to TikTok glitches.

If you have a brand new account the chances are you don't yet have many, or even any, followers. Plus, without any prior content, TikTok is unlikely to push you to the top of the FYP straight away. If your account is brand new and you've just posted a video, wait a while before despairing that it hasn't got any likes. The chances are it just needs a little time, or when you start posting more content, you'll start to see more views and more likes.

While TikTok videos do get shown to more than just your followers, having no followers reduces your chances of your videos being seen. Not only does it mean you don't have followers to give your video views, but it also means that TikTok's algorithm won't prioritise your content because it doesn't see you as being a popular account. Luckily, there are ways to quickly boost your follower count, such as posting regularly content and buying hundreds or even thousands of followers. By buying followers, you give your account a headstart and guarantee more views for your profile.

While technical possibilities are unusual, they do happen. Your account may be encountering issues - accidental or otherwise - that mean your video isn't being shown to users. If your TikTok has 0 views and there's no clear reason as to why (especially if you have plenty of followers or usually receive a lot of views), content TikTok's Help team to check everything is working as it should be.

Your video might not be being shown to users if it violates TikTok's guidelines and it will likely be removed. All content on TikTok must be safe and harmless, so the video-sharing app will punish profiles that post content such as graphic nudity or violence. Ensure everything you're posting to TikTok is positive and user-friendly, or you run the risk of accidentally violating the Community Guidelines.

You can keep up to date with TikTok's Community Guidelines here and see whether your video is violating them or not.

If you have a personal account on TikTok, you can either be a public or private account. If you have a public account, any TikTok user can see your videos. If you have a private account, only users that follow you can watch your videos or look at images you post. If you don't have any or many followers, having a private account will result in very few views of your videos when your account is set to private. If you're not getting any views on your TikTok, it could be that your profile is accidentally set to private.

Check your profile settings and ensure your profile is on public mode to get as many views and likes as you can.

If TikTok shadowbans you it means they won't show your content to many users because it's irrelevant or in some way violating their policy. Regrettably, TikTok won't tell you if you're shadowbanned, but you'll likely experience a sudden significant drop in views. A shadowban is a temporary restriction of content visibility, but you can remove it by deleting videos that violate guidelines, contacting TikTok, or improving your video quality.

As unlikely as technical issues are on TikTok, there can be issues with the app that mean your video hasn't uploaded properly or isn't being shown on the FYP. If you suspect a technical issue is behind a sudden drop in views, contact TikTok directly.

One of the biggest reasons for getting no views is that your content is simply poor quality. If you've been posting TikTok videos consistently and the videos are visually poor, too long, or just completely unengaged, TikTok won't show your content to more users. The more users engage with your content, the more likely it is to make it to the FYP, like a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Film your content in good lighting with your back camera (front camera can be a little fuzzy) and edit it to remove unnecessary sections or pauses. If you're stuck for what content to create, follow a trend or check out our guide on how to keep your content fresh.

If you've ruled out a technical issue or the possibility that your account has been shadowbanned, made private, or violated guidelines, there are a few easy ways to get more views. Instead of continuing to ask 'why did my TikTok get 0 views', think about how you can fix it. By focusing on creating high-quality content and posting it regularly and consistently, you'll build a following over time, especially if you follow a viral trend. To give yourself a head start while you focus on the content, you can even buy views to ensure your video gets seen by real users and boost your profile in the eyes of TikTok's algorithm.