Delete a repost by finding it in your profile and using the trash icon
To delete a repost on TikTok, open your profile, find the video you reposted, tap the three dots in the bottom right corner of the video, and select Delete. The repost disappears from your profile immediately, but the original video stays on the creator's account. This works the same way whether you reposted from your For You Page, a friend's profile, or a search result.
The process takes about 10 seconds and doesn't notify the original creator that you removed it. Once deleted, the repost is gone from your profile, your followers' feeds, and your activity history. If you change your mind later, you cannot undo the deletion — you would have to repost the video again if you wanted it back on your profile.
Key Takeaways
- Deleting a repost removes it only from your profile, not from the original creator's account or from TikTok entirely.
- You can delete a repost in seconds by tapping the three dots on the video and selecting Delete from the menu.
- The original creator does not receive a notification when you delete a repost.
- Deleted reposts cannot be recovered, so make sure you want to remove it before confirming.
Step-by-step: Finding and deleting your repost
Start by opening TikTok and going to your profile. Tap the profile icon at the bottom right of your screen, then scroll through your videos until you find the repost you want to delete. Reposts look like regular videos on your profile, so you may need to scroll past several videos to locate the one you're looking for.
Once you find the repost, tap the three dots (•••) in the bottom right corner of the video thumbnail. A menu will pop up with several options. Look for the word Delete and tap it. TikTok will ask you to confirm — tap Delete again when the confirmation message appears. The video is now removed from your profile.
What happens to the original video after you delete your repost
When you delete a repost, only your version disappears. The original creator's video stays exactly where it was on their profile and continues to get views, likes, and comments from other users. Deleting your repost does not affect the original video in any way.
If the original creator shared the video with you directly through a message or notification, that message stays in your inbox even after you delete the repost. The original creator will not know you deleted it unless they visit your profile and notice it's gone.
Deleting a repost versus removing it from your favorites
Deleting a repost and removing a video from your favorites are two different actions. When you delete a repost, it disappears from your profile completely. When you remove a video from your favorites (by tapping the heart icon), it stays on your profile but no longer appears in your Liked Videos folder.
If you want to keep the video on your profile but just remove it from your liked list, tap the heart icon to unlike it. If you want the video gone from your profile entirely, use the three-dot menu and select Delete instead.
Recovering a deleted repost
TikTok does not have an undo feature for deleted videos or reposts. Once you confirm the deletion, the repost is permanently removed from your profile. You cannot retrieve it from a trash folder or recovery section.
If you want the video back on your profile, you will need to repost it again from the original creator's account or from your For You Page. This counts as a new repost, so it will appear at the top of your profile as if you just posted it.
Why you might want to delete a repost
People delete reposts for many reasons. You might have reposted something by accident, or you may have changed your mind about sharing that particular video. Some users delete reposts to keep their profile focused on their own original content, or because the reposted video no longer matches the image they want to present.
You might also delete a repost if the original video becomes controversial, if the creator asks you to remove it, or if you simply no longer want it visible to your followers. Whatever your reason, the deletion process is quick and leaves no trace on your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the original creator know when I delete a repost?
No. TikTok does not notify the original creator when you delete a repost. They will not receive a message or alert, and the only way they would know is if they manually checked your profile and noticed the video was no longer there.
Can I delete a repost from my phone and computer?
Yes. The process works the same way on both the TikTok mobile app and the TikTok website. Open your profile, find the repost, tap or click the three dots, and select Delete. The video is removed from both versions of your account.
What if I accidentally deleted a repost I wanted to keep?
Unfortunately, TikTok does not have an undo or recovery option for deleted videos. If you want the repost back on your profile, you will need to find the original video and repost it again. It will appear as a new repost on your profile.
Does deleting a repost affect my follower count or engagement?
Deleting a repost does not change your follower count. If the repost had received likes or comments, those disappear along with the video. Your overall engagement metrics may shift slightly, but your follower count stays the same.
Can I delete someone else's repost of my video?
No. You can only delete videos and reposts from your own profile. If someone else reposted your video and you want it removed, you can report it to TikTok using the flag icon on their profile, but you cannot delete it directly yourself.