In a bid to maintain a secure and positive online atmosphere, TikTok has disclosed its latest Community Guidelines Enforcement Report for the final quarter of 2023. This unveiling emphasizes TikTok’s unwavering dedication to transparency, safety, and inclusivity, reinforcing its mission to establish trust and ensure a secure environment for its worldwide audience. TikTok Takes Down 18 Million Videos in Pakistan within 3 Months.
Throughout the period from October to December 2023, TikTok’s proactive strategies led to the elimination of 176 million videos worldwide, accounting for approximately 1.0% of all content uploaded on the platform. Among these, 128 million videos swiftly identified and removed using automated detection technologies, while 8 million reinstated upon further scrutiny.
Within Pakistan, the platform took decisive action against 18 million videos found in violation of its Community Guidelines during the fourth quarter, showcasing its commitment to effectively addressing infractions. Additionally, TikTok aggressively tackled spam accounts and associated content, deploying stringent measures to curb the rise of automated spam activity.
Of particular note, approximately 95.3% of guideline-violating videos were removed within 24 hours of posting, with a remarkable global proactive removal rate of 99.5% for the quarter. As part of a concerted global initiative to protect younger users, TikTok also purged 19.84 million accounts suspected of belonging to individuals under the age of 13.
By harnessing cutting-edge technology and human oversight, TikTok swiftly identifies, evaluates, and addresses content that runs afoul of its guidelines. The periodic release of the Community Guidelines Enforcement Report provides valuable insights into the scope and nature of content and account actions, underlining TikTok’s unwavering commitment to transparency.
