Logging out of the TikTok application severs the active user session on the device. This action requires re-entry of login credentials (username/email and password, or utilizing connected accounts) upon subsequent access attempts. The user’s data, including uploaded videos, drafts, liked content, and followers/following lists, remains associated with the account and is not deleted by the logout process. For instance, should one log out and then log back in, all previously saved drafts are still available.
The ability to log out and subsequently log back into an account provides a level of account security and facilitates the use of TikTok on shared devices. It prevents unauthorized access to the account and its associated personal information. Historically, this feature has been a standard element in online platforms allowing individuals to control access to their profiles, ensuring privacy and security.