You might have noticed that over the weekend, TikTok was inaccessible, following through with legislation that would effectively ban the social media app.
However, the Saturday ban didn’t last long for many TikTok users.
In fact, those with the app found they couldn’t access the app on Saturday, but access to the app was restored Sunday. Although those without the app are no longer able to download it.
Across the country, people are being vocal about their dislike of the ban.
Duncan Middle School seventh-graders Emma Lopez and Trista Letua said they were against the banning of the China-based app.
Lopez said she uses the app a lot to watch video shorts.
“Much more than I should,” she said.
According to the Business of Apps website, the total number of TikTok users is somewhere around 1.5 billions users.
Letua said she also uses the app a lot and thinks a lot of people will be missing the app if it gets banned right out with no one having access to it.
“I don’t think everyone will survive,” she said.
On Saturday, TikTok users received a message when they attempted to open their apps. The message let them know that the law that was passed was prevented them from accessing the social media.
“A law banning TikTok has been enacted in the U.S. Unfortunately, that means you can’t use TikTok for now,” according to the message. “We are fortunate that President (Donald) Trump has indicated he will work with us on a solution to reinstate TikTok once he takes office. Please stay tuned!”
Trump was sworn into office on Monday.
On Sunday a welcome back message popped up when users accessed the app. The message credited Trump with the return of the app.
“Thanks for your patience and support,” according the message. “As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTik is back in the U.S.! You can continue to create, share and discover all thinks you love on TikTok.”
Because of the current ban, TikTok is not able to be downloaded or updated in the United States.
