Cyber & IT Supervisory Forum - Additional Resources

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17.16.7 Reporting A User To block and/or report a user on TikTok you can do so through the following steps:

 Go to the user’s profile and tap the three dots at the top of the screen.  From the options select Block or Report .  If you block the user, it will ask you to confirm this.  If you wish to simply report the user, you need to select why you are reporting them. 17.16.8 Enable Two-Factor Authentication It is always worth enabling 2-factor authentication to add a layer of extra security on you and your child’s account. The verification code can be sent to either your mobile phone or email address. 488

 Select Security in the settings and privacy menu.  Tap on 2-step verification .  Select your chosen verification method Phone or Email .

17.16.9 Hacking Attempts And Security Alerts TikTok has a built-in feature to aid in detecting hacking attempts and suspicious activity on your account.  By accessing your security alerts, shown below, you can see what devices have accessed your accounts or are trying to access your account without you, you can see what devices have accessed your accounts or are trying to access your account without your permission.

17.16.10 How To Download TikTok Data Just like other social media platforms, TikTok also allows you to download your data.

 The option is available under Personalization and data under Privacy and safety . 489  Tap on Download TikTok Data , and under the Request a Data File tab, tap on the Request Data button to start the process.  You will receive a confirmation email, followed by the actual file which is usually sent within four days.

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