When a creator uses a visual effect that could be a trigger, the app automatically notifies them to add a warning.
Do not rely solely on the caption or comments for warnings, as viewers may not read them before the video starts.
To ensure your content is inclusive and safe, follow these best practices for adding a warning: Flash Warning Tik Tok
You can proactively filter out these videos by going to Settings and privacy > Accessibility and toggling on "Remove photosensitive videos" .
Display the warning for at least 0.6 seconds before any flashing begins to allow viewers time to look away or scroll past. When a creator uses a visual effect that
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TikTok has implemented several features to make the platform more accessible and safer for the epilepsy community: Display the warning for at least 0
The warning should be large and clearly visible on the screen.