TikTok Removes 4.5 Million Videos in the Philippines: What You Need to Know

 

TikTok, the popular short-video app, recently took down around 4.5 million videos in the Philippines between July and September 2024. Why? These videos broke the app’s rules, known as Community Guidelines. If you’re wondering what this means for you as a TikTok user—or just curious about how the platform keeps things safe—here’s everything explained in simple terms.

Why Were These Videos Removed?

TikTok has rules to make sure the app stays fun and safe for everyone. The 4.5 million videos that got deleted included stuff like violence, hate speech, illegal activities, bullying, self-harm, or even misinformation (think fake news). Basically, anything that could harm users or spread trouble was taken off the platform.

According to Peachy Paderna, TikTok’s public policy manager in the Philippines, the app doesn’t mess around when it comes to safety. She shared this info during a chat with journalists, explaining how TikTok’s team works hard to spot and remove rule-breaking content fast.

How Did TikTok Catch These Videos?

Here’s the cool part: 99% of these videos were removed before anyone even complained about them. That’s right—TikTok’s system is so smart that it can spot bad content on its own. For the small number of videos that did get reported by users, 98% were gone within 24 hours. That’s super quick!

Paderna credits this speed to TikTok’s “trust and safety team.” This group includes 40,000 people worldwide who are trained to enforce the app’s rules. They use a mix of technology and human know-how to keep the platform clean.

How Can You Help Keep TikTok Safe?

TikTok isn’t just relying on its team—they want you to pitch in, too. If you see a video that seems off (maybe it’s mean, dangerous, or just plain fake), you can report it. It’s easy:

  1. Tap the “Share” button on the right side of the video.
  2. Hit “Report.”
  3. Pick a reason why it’s bad (like “bullying” or “violence”).
  4. Click “Submit.”

Your report tells TikTok to take a closer look. And don’t worry—you don’t need a bunch of people reporting the same thing for it to matter. Paderna said even one report is enough to get their attention.

Does Reporting a Video Ban the User?

Not always. Taking down a video doesn’t mean the person who posted it gets kicked off TikTok right away. The app looks at each case carefully. So, if someone messes up once, they might just lose that video—not their whole account.

Why This Matters to You

With millions of people using TikTok in the Philippines, keeping the app safe is a big deal. Whether you’re scrolling for funny dances or posting your own videos, these efforts mean you’re less likely to run into harmful stuff. Plus, it shows how seriously TikTok takes its job of protecting its community.

This info comes straight from TikTok’s public policy manager, Peachy Paderna, as shared with journalists in Manila. You can trust it’s legit!

So, next time you’re on TikTok, know that a huge team—and some pretty smart tech—is working behind the scenes to keep your feed safe and fun. Got a weird video popping up? Report it, and TikTok’s got your back.

Source: /www.abs-cbn.com/news/

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