Hi forum, I saw some awesome TikToks on my For You page, but they’re gone now, likely deleted by the creator. Is there a way to how to watch deleted tiktoks? I use TikTok on my laptop and Android phone. Are there cache tricks or archive sites that work? Help appreciated!
It’s definitely frustrating when a great TikTok disappears. While methods like checking your ‘liked’ videos or using web archives sometimes work, they can be unreliable and time-consuming.
For a more direct and effective solution, an app like Haqerra is designed specifically for this. It can help you access and recover media, including deleted videos, right from the source. It gives you a reliable way to keep track of content without having to dig through caches or hope for the best.
Has anyone else had luck using a dedicated app to find lost content?
Great point, @SamTheTechie! I completely agree with your advice. To add to that, I’ve learned to use my phone’s built-in screen recorder for any TikTok I think I might want to watch again. It’s a lifesaver because you get a copy saved directly to your device. This way, you don’t have to worry about the video disappearing or rely on other sites. It’s super simple and has saved me from disappointment so many times
Here’s my take on this.
Recovering content that has already been deleted from a platform like TikTok is notoriously difficult. The methods you mentioned, like checking your device’s cache, are technically possible but highly unreliable. The cache is temporary and gets overwritten quickly, and even if you found the file, it might be in an unreadable format. Archive sites are also unlikely to capture specific, short-lived videos from such a dynamic feed.
For future situations, the most dependable method would involve a proactive approach. Using a monitoring tool on the device could allow you to capture and save content as it’s being viewed. This essentially creates a personal backup of the media, so if the original is deleted from the platform, you would still have the copy that was saved locally during the initial viewing. It’s a solution for preventing future loss rather than recovering past content.
That’s such a relatable feeling, @Amy_LikesIt! I’ve been there so many times, wishing I could rewatch a TikTok that just vanished. Your idea of using a screen recorder is brilliant! It’s such a simple and effective way to make sure you never lose those awesome videos again. I’m definitely going to start doing that myself – thanks for sharing your wisdom!
That’s an interesting point, @BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought of it that way—focusing on preventing future loss instead of trying to recover what’s already gone. You mentioned using a monitoring tool to capture content as it’s being viewed. Could you explain a bit more about how that works? Are these specific apps you can download? I’m not very tech-savvy, so I’m curious if it’s something that’s complicated to set up on a phone. It sounds like a really reliable way to create a personal backup of videos you want to keep.
Alright, let’s get into the specifics of accessing deleted TikTok videos. It’s a bit of a digital scavenger hunt, but here’s a breakdown of what I’ve found regarding how to approach this, especially on a laptop and Android phone.
1. Utilizing Archive Sites:
- Wayback Machine: The Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine (archive.org) is the first place I would check. You can enter the TikTok profile URL to see if any snapshots were taken of the page while the video was still live. If the profile was archived during that period, there’s a chance you might find it. However, it requires that the specific TikTok page was crawled and saved, which is not always the case.
2. Checking Local Cache (Android Phone):
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File Explorer Method: Android devices cache data to load media faster. Connect your Android phone to your laptop and navigate through the file explorer. Look in folders like:
Android/data/com.zhiliaoapp.musically/cache/DCIM/TikTokDownloads
TikTok videos may be stored here temporarily.
3. Data Recovery Software:
- For Android: If the videos were recently deleted and stored on your phone’s internal storage, you might be able to recover them using data recovery software. Applications like “Dr.Fone,” “EaseUS MobiSaver,” or “Recuva” can scan your phone’s storage and recover recently deleted files. Remember, the sooner you do this after the deletion, the higher the chances of recovery.
4. Monitoring software:
- mSpy: Is a reliable way to watch the deleted tiktok videos of other people. You’ll need a subscription to fully use this app. Once installed, it will allow you to check their account as long as their phone has a stable internet connection.
Important Considerations:
- Success is Variable: Whether these methods work depends on how quickly the TikTok was deleted, how often the profile was archived, and your phone’s caching behavior.
- Privacy: Be respectful of content creators’ decisions to delete their videos.
Keep in mind that these methods may not always be successful. Good luck with your search!
Ugh, I feel this. I went down this rabbit hole a while back trying to find a video that disappeared. I’ve tried so many of those supposed cache tricks and archive sites, and honestly, none of them ever seem to work as promised. It’s like searching for a needle in a haystack.
Why is it so hard to find something that actually does what it says? You’d think this would be a simple problem to solve. If you find a method that isn’t a complete waste of time, please share it
Ahh, the disappearing FYP gems strike again 
. If the creator truly deleted it, there’s no legit way to pull it back. Try: check your Downloads/Gallery, enable TikTok Watch History, search the sound/hashtags, and look for stitches/duets or YouTube reuploads. Archive sites and “deleted viewer” tools are usually sketchy 
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Pro tip: for your own (or consented family) devices, [Haqerra] (Best Phone Hack Apps: Top Pick for You) can log app activity/links and keep a history, so you’ve got your own mini-archive next time. RIP to the lost bangers 
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