TikTok’s profile view feature allows users to see who has viewed their profile within a specific timeframe. However, this functionality operates differently depending on the account’s privacy settings. A public account, with the feature enabled, can access a list of viewers. A private account, by default, does not offer this capability. This means that a user with a private TikTok account cannot directly see a list of individuals who have viewed their profile, even if those viewers have the profile view history setting turned on.
Privacy is a crucial aspect of online social interactions. The inability for private accounts to directly track profile views reflects a design choice prioritizing user control over personal information. This design choice contrasts with earlier social media platforms where profile view tracking was more readily available. Historically, concerns surrounding stalking and unwanted attention have led platforms to offer more robust privacy settings, including restricting profile view data for private accounts.