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One moment your TikTok might be flying high with thousands of views, and the next it's barely a blip on anyone's radar. If you've been wondering how to get more eyes on your TikTok videos, you're not alone - when I first started on TikTok, I got excited about 50 views on a video but over time I picked up some tricks that helped my videos gain traction and now I’m enjoying thousands of views per video.
Today I’ll share some proven tips to boost your TikTok views, whether you’re a newbie or looking to grow an existing account. Let’s get started.
People scroll through TikTok very quickly, and you have only a blink to convince someone that your video is worth watching which is why the first moments of your video are so important.
I've found that if I don't hook the viewer right away, they'll swipe up before giving my content a chance, so I always start with something unexpected or eye-catching. For instance, if it's a cooking video, show the delicious final dish first, then jump into how you made it or if it's a comedy skit, you might open with the punchline or a crazy moment to hook people immediately.
Whatever you do, the goal is to stop the scroll because TikTok's algorithm also pays attention to watch time, so if more people watch your video all the way through, it's more likely to be shown to others.
Trends can catapult ordinary videos to viral fame, and they often revolve around popular songs, sound clips, or challenges. When you use a trending sound or participate in a challenge, your video has a chance to be seen by all the users browsing that trend.
To find trends, spend some time on your For You Page and notice what songs or memes keep popping up (the Discover page and TikTok's Creative Center also highlight trending hashtags and sounds). Put your own twist on it so it feels fresh and try to choose trends that fit with your style or niche, so it doesn't feel out of place on your profile.
Hashtags help people find content on TikTok, so using them can make a huge difference in your visibility. Don’t make the mistake of using super broad tags like #fyp on everything. It's more effective to use a handful of specific, relevant hashtags that describe your video or target a particular community. Often, using around 3 to 5 good hashtags is enough; too many can look cluttered - and pay attention to what hashtags other creators in your niche use successfully. TikTok also suggests tags when you type in the caption, which can clue you in on popular terms.
4. Post Consistently
Timing can influence how many people see your TikToks, especially right after you post. While TikTok doesn't strictly show content in chronological order, posting when more people are online and browsing can help your video gather initial momentum. In my experience, videos I posted in late afternoon or early evening often gathered views faster, probably because more people were free to scroll then, and some research suggests certain peak times (like weekday evenings) tend to get more views on average.
Use general guidelines as a starting point, then figure out when your followers are most active by checking TikTok analytics and experiment with different posting times to see which ones work best for you.
TikTok also tends to reward regular activity, so creators who post daily or a few times a week build momentum more easily than those who post once in a blue moon.
5. Engage With The TikTok Community
It’s also important to interact with people who interact with you, and with other creators as well. When viewers comment on your videos, try to reply when you can, even if it's a quick thank you or an emoji. You can even reply to a comment with a new video, and if someone asks a good question, making a video answer provides a personal touch and can drive views to both the reply and the original video.
Getting involved in the broader community helps too, so watch and comment on other people's videos in your niche and leave genuine, thoughtful comments so people might get curious about you.
Another way to expand your reach is by teaming up with other creators using features like Duet (side-by-side videos) and Stitch (you start where someone else's video left off). Pick someone with a similar style or audience to Duet or Stitch. You can also reach out to creators your size for planned collabs - maybe shout each other out or do a joint challenge.
TikTok tends to promote videos that people watch all the way through (or even re-watch), so besides hooking viewers early, you want to keep them interested throughout the video. Trim out any dull moments and get to the point fast to keep the energy up and the content tight. Good lighting and clear audio also make a big difference - people are more likely to stick around if your video looks and sounds decent.
Also, experiment with video length (my 15-second clips often get a higher completion rate than my longer ones). Longer videos can work too if they're really engaging or tell a compelling story, but if you go over 60 seconds, make sure there's something happening at every moment to hold interest.
Another way to get more views is to share your videos on other platforms and through other channels, so if you have followers on Instagram, YouTube, or Twitter, let them know you've posted a new TikTok.
You can also send the TikTok link directly to friends or family who might find it funny or cool - putting your TikTok content out in multiple places, you're widening the net beyond TikTok's user base. Of course, share where it makes sense and don’t spam.
Growing a TikTok following from scratch can be slow, so consider giving your content a little boost from a service like QQTube. You can buy TikTok views to quickly make your video look more popular - if a video already shows a high view count, other users are naturally more curious to watch. You still want your content to be engaging to keep those new eyes watching once they arrive, but if you have a great video that isn't getting the exposure it deserves, a bought-view bump can set things in motion.
By combining a few content tweaks, TikTok SEO approaches, and strategic boost, you can start gaining thousands of views on TikTok instead of just the occasional handful.
