A potential ban on TikTok by the US Supreme Court just days away has many users seeking alternative social media platforms. The law forces the platform to cut ties with its China-based parent company, ByteDance, or shut down its US operation.
To prepare for a possible loss of access to TikTok, several apps are being considered as alternatives. Here’s a list of options:
* Xiaohongshu (“Little Red Book”): A Chinese social media app that combines e-commerce and short-form videos. It has gained traction among young women in China and other regions with a Chinese diaspora.
* Lemon8: A lifestyle app owned by ByteDance, allowing users to post pictures and short-form videos. Some creators have hailed it as the next best thing if TikTok is banned.
* Meta’s Instagram: While not a direct competitor, Instagram has a massive following of 2 billion active monthly users. Its Reels feature has proven popular among creators.
* YouTube: The most widely-used platform among teens and adults, offering a variety of content formats including Shorts and longer-form videos.
* Snapchat: Popular among teens and younger adults, with an estimated 692 million global monthly active users.
* Twitch: A streaming platform that could appeal to TikTok Live fans, allowing users to watch popular streamers like Kai Cenat.
* Clapper: A TikTok clone launched in 2020, focusing on Gen X and millennial users. Its features include a community aspect and creative tools.
* Triller: A music video-focused app popular among younger audiences.
* Zigazoo: A platform designed with kids in mind.
As the Supreme Court decides the fate of TikTok’s US operation, these alternative apps may gain popularity among users seeking new content or social media experiences.
Source: https://apnews.com/article/tiktok-alternative-social-media-platforms-ban-49af1bfd2a1543a09b327544c380f217