TikTok is offering search widgets on iOS and Android
0TikTok is under fire for alleged data privacy violations and is now offering search widgets to position itself as a player in search.
The popular social media app has been accused of collecting user data and sharing it with the Chinese government, which TikTok has denied. In an effort to address these concerns, TikTok is now offering search widgets on iOS and Android devices. These widgets allow users to search for TikTok content without having to open the app, which could help to improve the app's search engine ranking.
However, the search widgets are not without their own privacy concerns. TikTok has not said how it will use the data that users generate when they use the search widgets. It is possible that TikTok could use this data to target users with ads or to track their browsing habits.
Overall, the addition of search widgets is a positive step for TikTok. However, users should be aware of the potential privacy implications of using these widgets.