TikTok users in the U.S. are once again on edge as the countdown to a potential ban continues. With only 51 days left until the deadline, the fate of the popular social media app is still uncertain. Will ByteDance sell TikTok to a U.S. company, or will the app disappear for good? Here’s everything you need to know.
The U.S. government has been pushing for TikTok to cut ties with its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, due to national security concerns. In April 2024, a law was passed requiring ByteDance to either sell TikTok’s U.S. operations or face a full ban.
After months of legal battles, the Supreme Court upheld the ban in January 2025, leading to TikTok’s removal from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. While existing users can still access the app, new downloads and updates have become much harder to get.
Can You Still Use TikTok?
Yes, but with restrictions:
Android users can still download TikTok from its official website.
iPhone users need to use a VPN to switch to another country’s App Store for updates.
While the app remains functional, its future is shaky.
Why 51 Days? What’s the Latest Update?
Shortly after taking office, President Donald Trump granted TikTok a 75-day extension to comply with the law. That means ByteDance has until early April 2025 to sell TikTok to an approved U.S. buyer—or the ban will be enforced.
With 51 days left on the clock, ByteDance must act fast. So far, there’s no confirmed buyer, but big names like Microsoft and Oracle have been rumored to be interested.
What Happens Next?
There are three possible outcomes:
1. TikTok is sold to a U.S. company – This would allow TikTok to continue operating under new ownership.
2. Another legal challenge delays the ban – ByteDance could try to fight the order again, but the odds aren’t in their favor.
3. TikTok is banned in the U.S. – If no sale happens, the app could be fully removed, forcing users to rely on VPNs or alternative platforms.
For now, TikTok’s future in the U.S. is still uncertain. If a deal isn’t made in the next 51 days, we could see the app disappear from American devices. Keep an eye on updates—because this story is far from over!
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