TikTok has come under intense government scrutiny and has been plagued by security and privacy concerns. In fact, there are reasons to doubt whether it's a viable service going forward.
The good news is that it's not the only short-form social media video platform. Here are five of the best alternative apps you can use instead so you don't get caught up in the drama.
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Video length up to 60 seconds.
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You can edit it with text or doodles.
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You can watch the original Snap.
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You cannot edit multiple clips.
Snapchat is another platform that offered video-related services long before TikTok had its moment. The app allows you to create short videos, which are designed to disappear after a short period of time, so they don't have the staying power or impact of TikTok videos, but they offer a lot more privacy. Snapchat lets you add text, doodles, and GIFs to your video creations.
In addition to creating your own Snaps, the app has a Discover page where you can watch other people's videos and Snap Originals, which are premium videos created specifically for Snapchat users. While it's not exactly like TikTok, it includes unscripted shows, documentaries, and even soap operas and comedies.
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The same effect is available in Stories.
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You can connect clips.
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Augmented reality creates great effects.
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Reels are hard to find.
Instagram is not new to the world of social media, and users have been able to post videos for years. There are options to post live videos, add videos to Instagram Stories, and there's also a new feature called Instagram Reels.
Reels lets you record and edit video montages up to 60 seconds long, made from a single video or a series of clips. You can add a soundtrack from a library of options and a set of visual effects.
Instagram Reels is hard to find to begin with, and unless you use it constantly, you'll probably forget it exists. However, once you find it, it's a great alternative as it works much the same way as TikTok and shares the same effects and editing tools as Instagram Stories. Additionally, you can explore Reel's augmented reality tools that combine graphics and video.
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Powerful video editor.
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filters and effects.
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Built-in templates.
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Pushy ads and in-app purchases.
It would be a little more fun if Funimate wasn't so focused on monetization. Once you install the app, you'll see options to customize your ad experience. Many of the app's core features are behind a paywall. In fact, you will often be offered the opportunity to upgrade to the Pro version, and you will have to watch ads to use certain features.
If you can put all that aside, Funimate is a great short-form video creator, as evidenced by the many slick-looking creator community videos you can view within the app.
In fact, when you want to create a video, you can just start recording or choose from a number of templates to make your video unique. Sure, many of them look like video almanac effects, but they add excitement to ordinary lip sync videos. You can choose from Funimate's music library or your own songs, and it's one of the few apps that comes with its own incredibly powerful video editor if you choose to use it.
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It has a lot of celebrity content.
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Super easy video creation.
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Choose music or use your own music.
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Editing and effects are limited.
Triller is popular and growing rapidly. One reason is that many famous people, including musicians and comedians, call Triller home. It attracts a huge number of celebrities including Justin Bieber, Kevin Hart and Cardi B, as well as a boxing match with Mike Tyson. Between our huge community of celebrities and creators, there's no shortage of content.
Maybe it's because the app is easy to use. We distinguish between music videos and social videos, and first choose which type you want to create.
From there, social videos can include video clips and filters from your camera roll, but not other effects, text, or stickers. To create a music video, choose a track from Triller's extensive library or pick a song from your phone. It's fast, easy and fun.
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TikTok-like interface.
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Magic Music filters help you edit your clips to music.
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Great community and lots of videos.
If you're looking for something that covers all the bases, Likee is a good choice. You can easily record short TikTok-like videos, or you can go live to create longer Facebook Live-style videos.
You get rich editing and filter options, soft focus and beauty enhancements, and a countdown timer for hands-free recording. However, one of the best features of Likee is the app's focus on music. Not only can you choose from an extensive library, but you can also use music filters to edit clips according to the beat and tempo of your music.
The app has an active community and lots of content to browse, so whether you're creating or consuming, there's something here for you.
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