When Is TikTok Getting Banned in the U.S.? Full Timeline & What to Expect

When Is TikTok Getting Banned in the U.S.? [2025 Timeline & What to Expect]

Summary: The U.S. has set a potential TikTok ban deadline for June 19, 2025, unless ByteDance divests TikTok’s U.S. assets. Here’s everything you need to know about the timeline, extensions, and possible outcomes.

🔍 Why Is TikTok Facing a Potential Ban?

U.S. lawmakers argue that TikTok, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, poses national security risks due to its access to American user data and potential foreign influence.

🗓️ What Is the Original Deadline?

In April 2024, the U.S. passed the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA). This law gave ByteDance 270 days (until January 19, 2025) to sell TikTok’s U.S. operations or face a ban.

⏳ Was the Deadline Extended?

Yes. The law allows a one-time 90-day extension if progress is made. Additionally, former President Trump issued two executive orders:

  • First extension: April 5, 2025
  • Second extension: June 19, 2025

📌 Current Status as of June 2025

TikTok’s deadline is now June 19, 2025. After this date, unless a sale is completed or legal action changes the outcome, the app may be banned in the U.S.

🧠 What Could Happen Next?

  • ByteDance sells TikTok U.S. – Ban avoided
  • Court challenge succeeds – TikTok remains
  • No action by deadline – App stores may be required to remove TikTok
  • Further delays possible under a new administration

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🚨 Final Summary

Deadline Timeline:

  • 🟢 January 19, 2025 — Original deadline
  • 🟡 April 5, 2025 — First extension
  • 🔴 June 19, 2025 — Current final deadline

Unless ByteDance sells TikTok or wins in court, the platform could disappear from U.S. app stores by late June 2025. The outcome depends on legal and political developments in the coming weeks.

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