TikTok, launched in September 2016 by Chinese tech company ByteDance, quickly evolved from a simple video-sharing app to a cultural phenomenon. Originally merging with Musical.ly in 2018, TikTok began its journey to global recognition, leveraging trends, challenges, and viral content.
The app's popularity surged thanks to its algorithm, which curates personalized feeds, fostering user engagement like never before. With over a billion downloads, TikTok became a leading platform for short-form videos, attracting influencers and brands alike.