Their algorithm is based on revealed preferences (what you actually watch multiple times), not stated preferences. If you like or follow someone, their stuff go

Their algorithm is based on revealed preferences (what you actually watch multiple times), not stated preferences. If you like or follow someone, their stuff goes into your Follow page, but the main page is algorithmic and likes have very little impact (to discourage click farms). Tiktok's are not limited to 6 seconds. The limit is around 1.5 minutes I think. Finally - it's a very creative app. It encourages remixing of both audio and video, so you could sometimes be watching something with an audio that is 2-3 meme levels deep. You can edit video (not just a simple editor) in-app as well. Edit: I should also mention that you could use the app and consume content on the app without creating an account or logging in. If you do want to create an account, you could use "Sign in with Apple" and select Apple's anonymous email relay feature, and also select to not give TikTok your real name.