Like any social media platform, TikTok allows you to add a profile picture to your account. You probably already have one. However, you can choose to remain anonymous or use the default blank face as your TikTok account profile picture. Wondering how to remove your TikTok profile picture? Follow this guide to learn everything.
Why You May Want to Remove Your TikTok Profile Picture
Some people want to keep their TikTok profile simple and use it only for watching short videos on the platform. An account without a profile picture will also help you stay anonymous while using the app.
Changing your profile picture can be a good alternative, but some people prefer no pictures at all. If you don’t have a profile photo on TikTok, your account will be represented by the standard silhouette image given to new accounts.
How to Remove Your TikTok Profile Picture?
Once you have your profile picture set, there is no way to remove it on TikTok. But there is a workaround you should try. It will only take a few seconds of your time. Here’s what you need to do.
- Open TikTok.
- Faucet Profile.
- On your account page, tap . Edit Profile.
- Faucet Change photo.
- Download the image below and upload it as your profile picture.
If you haven’t uploaded any pictures to our profile, don’t do this if you want to keep your profile anonymous. After removing your profile picture, change your TikTok username to be completely anonymous on the platform.
You can add a profile picture using the same steps as above. Although the minimum resolution required is 20×20, TikTok recommends at least 200×200 resolution to make sure the image is of high quality. Also, make sure the photo is appropriate, non-discriminatory, and representative of you and the content you’ve created or watched.
If you want to post content anonymously on the platform, use TikTok’s Voice Changer to hide your voice.
How to Get Rid of Profile Video on TikTok
In addition to photos, you can also have your TikTok account represented by a video. when you reach Edit Profile page you can see that you can use a profile video as an alternative instead. Have you been using a profile video all this time and want to remove it? Here’s what you can do.
- Open TikTok.
- Faucet Profile.
- On your account page, tap . Edit Profile.
- Faucet Change video.
- choose Remove video.
If you remove your profile video, it will be automatically replaced with your profile picture. But the video itself is completely removed from your account. You can learn more about Profile Videos and other platform features in our guide on how to use TikTok.
Stay Private on TikTok
While there is no official way to remove your profile picture on TikTok, it’s still good to have alternatives to staying private. This little trick will help you stay anonymous and mysterious on the platform. If you’re planning to start your journey as a short video creator, consider learning about monetizing your TikTok videos.
FAQ
A: TikTok does not limit how many times you can change your profile picture, so feel free to change it as many times as you want. There is also no time limit between changing profile pictures.
A: The minimum requirement for TikTok profile pictures is 20×20 pixels. However, if you want the best quality for your profile picture, TikTok recommends 200×200 pixels.
A: TikTok’s community guidelines for content also apply to profile pictures. The image must not be inappropriate or encourage hate speech or discrimination. Your account may be banned for multiple offenses.
