Is TikTok Banned in the UK? Here's A List of Countries Affected & How Tight Their Controls Are Over The App

Several countries have banned or restricted TikTok, mostly on official devices, while a few have enforced full national bans.

Since concerns around data privacy, security, and foreign influence have grown, many countries have enacted bans or restrictions on TikTok. Some are full bans, while most target government or official devices.

In the United Kingdom, TikTok is banned on government‑issued mobile phones used by ministers and civil servants, beginning 16 March 2023. The ban also extends across the parliamentary network and in certain local government bodies like London City Hall and the Scottish Government. Personal devices are not affected, meaning that citizens may still download and use the app freely.