TikTok Data Guide

How to Request Your TikTok Data Export (2026)

Download your TikTok data as a ZIP file — step-by-step for mobile & desktop.

May 22, 2026 • 6 min read

TikTok allows every user to request a full export of their account data — including follower lists, following lists, likes, and more. This guide shows you exactly how to get your data in the right format for tools like UnfollowTool .

Table of Contents

1. Why Download Your TikTok Data

There are several reasons to request your TikTok data export:

Track Unfollowers

Find out who unfollowed you without giving your password to third-party apps.

Privacy & Safety

Your data stays on your device. No login tokens shared with strangers.

Personal Backup

Keep a copy of your content, comments, and interactions — just in case.

Your Right: Under GDPR (EU) and other data protection laws, TikTok is legally required to let you download a copy of your data. This is an official feature, not a workaround.

2. Step-by-Step on Mobile (TikTok App)

These steps work on both iPhone and Android .

  1. Open TikTok & Go to Your Profile
    Tap the Profile icon in the bottom-right corner.
  2. Open Settings
    Tap the ☰ menu (top-right) → "Settings and privacy" .
  3. Navigate to Data Download
    Scroll down to "Account" → tap "Download your data" .
  4. Select JSON Format
    At the top, you'll see format options. Select "JSON" instead of "TXT". Then choose which data to include (or select all).
  5. Tap "Request data"
    Tap the "Request data" button at the bottom. TikTok will start preparing your file.
  6. Download When Ready
    Come back to the same screen after processing. A "Download" tab will appear with your file. Tap it to save the .zip.
Important: TikTok download links expire after 4 days . Make sure to download your file before the link expires, or you'll need to request it again.

3. Step-by-Step on Desktop (Browser)

  1. Go to tiktok.com
    Log in to your TikTok account in any modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
  2. Open Settings
    Click your profile avatar (top-right) → "Settings" .
  3. Go to "Download your data"
    In the left sidebar under "Privacy" , click "Download your data" .
  4. Choose JSON & Request
    Select "JSON" as the file format. Choose your desired data categories and click "Request data" .
  5. Download the ZIP File
    Switch to the "Download data" tab. Once processing is complete, click "Download" to save the .zip file.

4. How Long Does TikTok Take to Process?

TikTok's data export processing times are typically longer than Instagram's:

Best Case

A few hours

Small accounts with minimal video content may receive their export in as little as 1–3 hours.

Typical

1–4 days

Most users report receiving their data within 1 to 4 days. TikTok will send a push notification when it's ready.

Tip: If you only need follower/following data, deselect large categories like "Videos" to speed up processing significantly.

5. What's in the ZIP File?

Your TikTok data export contains several JSON files organized by category. Here's what's most relevant for unfollower tracking:

Follower List

A JSON file listing every account that follows you, with timestamps.

Following List

Every account you follow, used to cross-reference with your followers.

Profile Information

Your username, bio, email, and account creation date.

Activity Data

Login history, liked videos, comments, searches, and more.

Note: The exact file structure may vary slightly between TikTok updates. UnfollowTool automatically detects and parses the correct format.

6. Use It With UnfollowTool

Once your TikTok data export is ready, using it with UnfollowTool takes just a few seconds:

Step 1
Go to the TikTok Tool

Visit unfollowtool.com/tiktok/ to open the TikTok unfollower checker.

Step 2
Upload Your ZIP File

Drag and drop the TikTok ZIP export into the upload area. Everything is processed locally — your data never leaves your device.

Step 3
See Your Results

Instantly discover who doesn't follow you back on TikTok. Search, filter, and manage your following list — safely and privately.

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