TikTok now allows you not only to upload and share your videos but also to save someone else’s content as favorites. However, every so often, users report an issue where they can't favorite TikTok videos. For some, this feature is simply gone, and some users can’t even access the videos they liked.

In this article, we’ll explore the possible reasons why this issue is occurring and provide several ways to fix it.

Why Can’t I Favorite Videos on TikTok?

Before we explore the solutions to this problem, let's first understand why this issue is happening in the first place.

Here are some reasons why you can’t favorite videos on TikTok:

Buildup of Cache Data

This is one of the primary reasons why you can’t favorite videos on TikTok. If there’s too much data on your device’s cache, it prevents the app from its normal functioning.

Internet Connectivity Issues

If you can’t favorite videos on TikTok, it could be because of a weak or unstable Internet connection. TikTok requires a stable internet connection to load and save your favorite videos.

VPN

In some cases, the use of a VPN is the reason why you can’t favorite TikTok videos.

Outdated TikTok App

Another reason why you can't favorite TikTok videos is because of an outdated app. If you haven't updated your TikTok app to the latest version, it could cause issues with saving your favorite videos.

Issues with Your TikTok Account

It’s also possible that your own account is facing issues. Your account may have been flagged or restricted, preventing you from favoriting TikTok videos.

Technical Glitch

Technical issues could cause the inability to favorite TikTok videos. This can be related to TikTok server issues, and multiple bugs can occur at a time, including the inability to use the Favorite button.

How to Fix ‘I Can’t Favorite Videos on TikTok’ Issue

Now that we understand the reasons behind this problem let's explore some possible solutions to it.

Clear the Cache on the TikTok App or Your Device

One of the potential solutions is to clear the cache and data of the TikTok app. This will remove any temporary files that may be causing the issue. To do this, go to the TikTok app’s Settings & Security tab -> Cache & Cellular -> Free up space.

Alternatively, you can clear the cache on your iOS or Android smartphone.

Check Your Internet Connection

Another thing you should try is to make sure your Internet connection is strong and stable. Try turning off your Wi-Fi and using mobile data instead, or vice versa. You can restart your device to reset your Internet connection or turn on airplane mode for a couple of minutes to refresh the connection.

Update the TikTok App

If your TikTok app is outdated, it may cause issues with favoriting videos. Check if there's an available update for the app in the App Store or Google Play Store. Updating the app can fix this issue.

Try to Use TikTok on Your Browser

Sometimes the issue may occur only on the TikTok mobile app. Try to favorite a TikTok video in the browser from your smartphone or desktop computer and see if the issue remains.

Log Out of the App & Log Back in Again

Sometimes, logging out of your TikTok account and logging back in can solve the problem. To do this, go to your profile and click on the three dots in the top right corner. Select Settings and Privacy and then click on Log Out. After that, log back in to your account and try to favorite videos again.

Uninstall & Reinstall TikTok

If none of the above solutions works, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling the TikTok app. This might remove any issues with the app and provide you with a fresh version of the app.

Don’t Use VPN

Even if VPNs help you bypass some location restrictions, sometimes they do more harm than good. And the issues with favoriting videos on TikTok might also be caused by VPN usage. Try to access TikTok without VPN and favorite the video you like again. If TikTok isn’t available in your country, you can download TikTok content as single videos or in a batch with 4K Tokkit.

4K Tokkit can save single TikTok videos by URL or username, hashtag, or even sound. Besides, it can download the videos you’ve liked on TikTok just to be on the safe side before you lose access to them again. Here’s how you can do that.

How to Save Liked TikTok Videos with 4K Tokkit

1. Launch 4K Tokkit. It's available for macOS, Windows and Linux.

2.Log in to your TikTok account in-app. At the menu bar, click Tools > Log In.

3. Click Edit > Download My Liked Videos. All videos from your Liked tab are going to start downloading to your computer.

And that’s it! Just wait a few minutes or even seconds until all the videos you need are saved, and enjoy watching the TikTok videos you liked any time you want.