“Represent, imply or otherwise create an impression that your Output is human-generated or otherwise generated without the use of AI, including by removing, obscuring, or altering any watermarks...”
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This prohibition directly restricts how users may present AI-generated content, requiring disclosure of AI origin and preserving integrity markers such as watermarks.
The updated terms restrict platform access for users under 14 in Florida, narrowing the age group that can use the full Platform to those 14 and older in that state. Users under 14 in Florida must use the separate Under 13 Experience, which limits data collection and includes additional safety protections. Additionally, the revised liability exemptions now explicitly state that TikTok is not liable for suspension or termination of accounts, meaning users cannot seek damages for account loss under the terms of service.
View change record →Users are prohibited from passing off AI-generated output as human-generated and from removing, obscuring, or altering watermarks that indicate AI origin.
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"Represent, imply or otherwise create an impression that your Output is human-generated or otherwise generated without the use of AI, including by removing, obscuring, or altering any watermarks...Excerpt from TikTok's Terms of Service
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This prohibition directly restricts how users may present AI-generated content, requiring disclosure of AI origin and preserving integrity markers such as watermarks.
Users are prohibited from passing off AI-generated output as human-generated and from removing, obscuring, or altering watermarks that indicate AI origin.
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