We built TikGo so you can download TikTok videos without watermarks quickly, reliably, and transparently. On this page, you'll see how the system operates, the security measures we apply, what data is processed, and why you may occasionally see certain limits.

Goals & Design Principles

• Fast and smooth: minimize steps and reduce latency at each stage.
• Safety first: we prioritize abuse prevention before convenience so the service stays available for most users.
• Data minimalism: only process what's truly required for the feature; we do not store your video.
• Transparency: clearly disclose limits, keep short-lived technical logs, and explain how we handle incidents.

Processing Flow (Overview)

Secure session bootstrap
      │ 1) Receive CSRF token + a short-lived ticket (session bootstrap)
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You paste a TikTok URL
      │ 2) We quickly validate the URL and the token
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TikGo backend (safe proxy)
      │ 3) Validate security layers → query metadata and available download options
      │ 4) Check limits (file size, system load)
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Upstream source (TikTok endpoints)
      │ 5) Return a data stream (we do not store videos)
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Your browser
      └► 6) You select a quality → the file downloads directly to your device

Note: If you access through a CDN, we read the actual IP from standard headers to apply fair rate limiting against abuse.

Step-by-Step Details

1) Secure Session Bootstrap

• Before any download, we start a session with CSRF token protection and a short‑lived ticket to verify that your request is legitimate.
• The ticket expires quickly (minutes) and is valid only for specific actions.

2) You Paste a TikTok URL

• We validate the format and origin of the link.
• If the URL is invalid or comes from an embedded WebView context, we show an actionable error.

3) Query Metadata & Options

• The backend does not fetch or store the full video; it queries metadata: title, available formats, and qualities (HD/FullHD/4K if provided by the source).
• We prefer a no‑watermark source whenever available.

4) Stability-Driven Limits

• During peak load we may temporarily hide original files larger than 200 MB so everyone can download smoothly.
• The 200 MB threshold may adjust based on real-time resources and bandwidth.

5) Direct Download to Your Device

• You select a quality option and download directly to your device.
• No artificial upscaling—4K appears only if the source provides it.
• We preserve FPS and aspect ratio to avoid stutter in editing or reposting workflows.

6) Session End & Cleanup

• Tickets naturally expire; technical logs are retained for up to 7 days.
• We do not store your video; all processing is session-based.

Defense-in-Depth Security

• CSRF: prevents cross-site request forgery.
• Short-lived ticket: ensures requests come from the current session; expires quickly.
• Fair rate limiting: applies limits based on IP and behavior to stop spam/DDoS.
• Anti-iframe/clickjacking: blocks unauthorized embedding to reduce attack surface.

These layers protect you and the service from abuse; they are not designed to track individuals.

What Data Do We Process?

We choose minimal processing and short retention to balance reliability and privacy.

Data type	Purpose	Max retention
IP	Apply rate limiting; detect spam/DDoS	≤ 7 days
Technical info	Debug errors (codes, estimated payload, region)	≤ 7 days
User agent	Device/browser compatibility	≤ 7 days
Pasted URL	Process within the session to query metadata	Temporary (session)

• We do not store videos; we do not sell or rent data.
• Logs exist to protect the service and improve quality, then are deleted on schedule.
• See our full policy: /privacy-policy.

Resource Fairness & Limits

• Original files > 200 MB may be hidden temporarily during peak usage.
• No upscaling: if the source lacks 4K, we do not fabricate 4K.
• Lower quality options can help when bandwidth is tight.

Unsupported Scenarios & Fixes

• Private or deleted videos → Only public content is supported. Temporarily make the video public and retry.
• Region lock → Try another network (cellular/Wi‑Fi) or wait a few minutes.
• Social app WebViews (Facebook/Zalo/Telegram/Instagram) → May block downloads; open in Safari or Chrome.
• Embedded overlays/stickers → Cannot be removed if burned into the video.
• HDR looks washed out → Use an HDR-capable player or export SDR for consistent color.

Device Compatibility

• Browsers: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge (modern versions).
• Devices/OS: iOS/iPadOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux.

Saving tips:

• iPhone/iPad: Save to Files → Share → Save Video to Photos.
• Android: Check the Download folder; open via Gallery or Files.
• Desktop: Drag-and-drop into CapCut or Premiere to edit immediately.

Responsibility & Legal

• Respect privacy and copyright when downloading or saving content.
• Only download content you own or have permission to use.
• TikGo is independent and not affiliated with TikTok/ByteDance; we are not responsible for misuse.
• For takedown requests by rights owners, see /dmca.

Quick Questions (How-it-Works)

Why do you use short-lived tickets?
They ensure requests come from a valid session and reduce abuse; short expiry prevents reuse.

Why do you need my IP?
To apply fair rate limiting, detect spam/DDoS, and protect shared resources. We do not use IPs to personally identify users.

Why is 4K sometimes unavailable?
Because the source does not provide 4K; we do not upscale.

Why open links in Safari/Chrome instead of a WebView?
Some WebViews restrict or block downloads; a system browser is more reliable.

Contact

Need details about operations or security, or want to report an issue?

• Email: [email protected]
• Telegram: @tikgo_me
• Messenger: https://m.me/tikgo.me
• Contact page: /contact