TikTok has introduced a new feature to enhance its services for its users. Furthermore, this video-sharing app allows users to create group chats with up to 32 people. Plus, this feature will enable TikTok users to share content and converse within the platform. More specifically, with the help of this new feature, TikTok wants to expand messaging services.
TikTok Group Chat Feature
On the other hand, there are some rules regarding a new group chat feature.
- Group chats are only for the users aged 15 and above.
- TikTok added enhanced safety measures for 16-17 year olds users.
- Furthermore, users can only be added by mutual followers on TikTok.
- People from 15 and above need at least one mutual friend to join a group chat.
- On the other hand, people must review and approve new joiners in group chats they create.
It is no secret that by allowing group chats TikTok aims to increase user engagement. With the help of this feature, users will spend more time on this social app. Believe it or not, TikTok wants to become a full-fledged social media platform and wants to compete with WhatsApp, Snapchat, Instagram, etc. Moreover, TikTok usually cares about its users and adds this feature upon users’ demand.
How to create a group chat in TikTok?
- Click the “Chat” button from the inbox.
- Now select “More options”.
- Choose friends from the list to include in the group chat.
- Finally, click on the option of “Start group chat”
Moreover, TikTok also introduced custom stickers in direct messages to further please its users. Furthermore, every TikTok user is free to create and share their own stickers in their chats.