Why TikTok Emojis Are Not Working (Full Guide)

Recently, some TikTok users have reported an issue where TikTok emojis are not appearing correctly. When they type the codes, the emojis don’t show up as expected. Here, we discussed some possible reasons behind that and shared simple solutions to fix.

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Here are some possible errors and solutions:

• App Glitches
  • Sometimes TikTok just bugs out. If emojis display as squares or the same as the code you type, a quick fix might be all you need due to some errors in the backend of the app.
• Outdated App
  • Using an old TikTok version? It may not support newer emoji formats.
• Phone Compatibility
  • To support TikTok emojis your android phone needs to be updated to Android Version 14+, and iPhone should be updated to iOS 18 or later.
• Internet Connection
  • This is very rare but can be a least error in some critical circumstances on user end.

Easy Fixes for the Problem

Here are some quick fixes:

• Restart Your Device
  • Sometimes, a fresh restart can solve temporary glitches in the apps just like not showing TikTok’s special emojis.
• Update the App
  • Make sure you’re using the latest version of TikTok from the App Store or Google Play.
• Clear Cache
  • In-App:
  • go to Profile > Settings & Privacy > Free up space
  • Tap Clear Cache
  • On Android:
  • Settings > Apps > TikTok > Storage & Cache
  • Tap Clear Cache and Clear Data
• Reinstalling the App
  • When you uninstall and reinstall the app, it can fix deep-rooted glitches in the app.

If your TikTok emoji codes still aren’t working, the final option is to wait for a new TikTok update. Sometimes they start working after an update for a specific device. In the meantime, make sure you’re entering the codes exactly as they appear, for example, [smile], [angry] or [funnyface], without any extra spaces or typos. Click to copy the exact codes of secret TikTik emojis.

These secret emojis are native to TikTok, so they won’t convert outside the app, but even within TikTok, occasional glitches or compatibility issues may block them from appearing. If you’re sure the code is correct and after fixes, you still see no emoji, consider reporting the issue through Settings > Report a Problem > Feedback so TikTok can look into it.

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