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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about setting up and using TikSave on macOS, Windows, and Android.

Installation & System Requirements

How do I install TikSave on macOS?

To install TikSave on your Mac, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Downloads page or get the latest installer directly.
  2. Download the latest release disk image (usually named TikSave.dmg).
  3. Double-click the downloaded .dmg file to mount it on your system.
  4. Drag TikSave.app into your Applications folder.
  5. Double-click the app in your Applications folder to open it.
Gatekeeper Alert Bypass: Because TikSave is an open-source application and is not signed with a paid Apple Developer certificate, macOS might show a security warning. To bypass this, right-click (or Control-click) TikSave.app in your Applications folder, select Open, then click Open in the system alert.
How do I install TikSave on Windows?

To install TikSave on Windows, follow these steps:

  1. Go to our Downloads page and grab the Windows setup (.exe file).
  2. Double-click the downloaded TikSave-Setup.exe file to launch the installation wizard.
  3. Follow the prompts (click Next, choose your installation folder) to finish setting up the app.
  4. Launch TikSave from your Desktop shortcut or the Windows Start Menu.
SmartScreen Warning Bypass: Because TikSave is open source and not signed with an expensive EV certificate, Windows Defender SmartScreen might block execution. To bypass this, click "More info" inside the warning window and then click "Run anyway".
How do I install TikSave on Android?

To install TikSave on your Android device, follow these steps:

  1. Scan the QR code on our Downloads page using your mobile camera, or click download to grab the .apk file directly on your phone.
  2. Open the downloaded .apk file inside your device's web browser downloads list or file manager.
  3. If prompted, enable "Allow installation from unknown sources" in your Android system security settings for the browser or file manager.
  4. Tap Install and then open the TikSave app to begin downloading.
What operating system versions are supported?

TikSave is optimized natively across multiple platforms:

  • macOS: macOS 13.0 (Ventura) or newer. Runs natively as a Universal Binary on both Intel and Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4 series) processors.
  • Windows: Windows 10 & 11 or newer. Works on standard x64 and ARM architectures.
  • Android: Android 13.0 (Tiramisu) or newer. Works across all smartphone and tablet screen ratios.

Features & Capabilities

How does the watermark removal work?

When you input a TikTok link, TikSave communicates with TikTok's API endpoints to retrieve the underlying raw media streams before the platform overlays user watermarks and end-cards. It then streams the clean video container directly to your storage, preserving the original resolution.

Can I extract MP3 audio files?

Yes. TikSave allows you to download only the background music or audio clip from any video. In the downloader interface, toggle the export selector to Audio Only (MP3/M4A) and click download. The app will extract the audio track without saving the video file.

Is there support for batch downloading?

Yes. TikSave supports queueing multiple URLs. You can paste lists of URLs separated by spaces or newlines into the download field, and the app will automatically sequence them in the downloads list, downloading them one after another in the background.

Updates & Security

How do automatic updates work?

TikSave features platform-specific update methods to stay functional when TikTok's server configurations change:

  • macOS: Integrates the Sparkle framework. It checks /appcast.xml periodically and alerts you with a native macOS update dialog to download and replace the old binary with a single click.
  • Windows: Integrates the WinSparkle framework. It queries /appcast-windows.xml in the background and presents a clean update window containing the changelog when a new package is ready.
  • Android: Utilizes Shorebird Code Push. Crucial hot updates and adjustments are loaded silently in the background, applying fixes instantly the next time you open the app without requiring a reinstall.
Is downloading videos with TikSave safe and private?

Absolutely. Because TikSave is an open-source application, all source code is auditable on GitHub. We do not run middleman tracking servers, save download lists, or collect data. All downloading transactions take place directly between your system and TikTok's CDN servers. No registration is required.