TikTok Notes launched as a rival to Instagram for photo publishing

TikTok has a new app that will directly rival Instagram. This TikTok NotesIt was made official this Wednesday (17) by developer ByteDance.

The platform, which is still in its testing phase and has been widely leaked in recent months,dedicated to publishing individual static photos or galleriesThe original TikTok, on the other hand, continues to focus on short videos.

TikTok Notes So far only released in Australia and Canada and will remain limited to both countries indefinitely. Although it is currently available on the App Store and Google Play Store, there is no prediction yet that it will be available in other regions, including Brazil.

Getting to know TikTok Notes

In TikTok Notes, Users can post photos and complement the image with short textThey are explanations, summaries or messages about the content. There are no more details about other features such as the possibility of using stickers, emojis or editing these photos.

The feed is split in two, just like on a social video network: one screen is dedicated only to feeds from people you follow, while the other is dedicated to discovering new content.

“Whether documenting adventures, expressing creativity, or simply sharing snaps of the day, the TikTok Notes experience is designed for those who want to share and engage through photo content,” the official announcement reads.

Possible Link your TikTok account to your Notes accountas do competitors Instagram and Threads.

Despite the expansion, it is worth remembering this. TikTok remains in turbulent times. The platform still faces the risk of being banned in the United States or being forced to sell its operations to avoid being banned in the country.