Terms of Use
Welcome to Emoji Tik
These Terms of Use (the "Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Emoji Tik ("we," "us," or "our") regarding your access to and use of the Emoji Tik website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing or using Emoji Tik, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service.
Please read these Terms carefully before using our services.
Contents
- 1.Editorial Process
- 2.Acceptance of Terms
- 3.Description of Service
- 4.Intellectual Property Rights
- 5.User Conduct and Responsibilities
- 6.Prohibited Activities
- 7.Third-Party Links and Services
- 8.Disclaimer of Warranties
- 9.Limitation of Liability
- 10.Indemnification
- 11.Termination
- 12.Changes to Terms
- 13.Miscellaneous
- 14.Contact Us
0. Our Editorial Process (Plain Language Summary)
Before any code, meaning, or platform-specific claim appears on this site, it goes through a small set of editorial steps. The point of putting these steps in the Terms is so that you can hold us to them: if we say a code has been tested, it actually has been tested on a real phone, not just transcribed from a Reddit thread.
- Real-device verification: Each of the 46 bracketed codes on this site was posted to a draft video on a real iPhone and a real Android phone before being published. Both devices must render the documented graphic for the code to be listed.
- Dated verification: Each emoji page shows the date the code was last verified. If you read a guide that says “verified on March 2026” and the date is more than three months older than the current TikTok app version, the guide is overdue and we say so on the page.
- Public changelog: When a code stops converting, the date it broke is recorded in the public changelog with the app version we saw it break on. We do not silently remove or rewrite old code listings.
- Opinion labeled as opinion: When we describe where a code actually shows up in real comment sections, we say it is our read of the comments. When something is officially documented by TikTok, we cite that separately. We do not blur the two.
- Corrections are public: When a reader reports that a code we listed no longer works, we update the page and add a dated note to the changelog. We do not silently rewrite history.
These steps are part of the service you are using. If we stop doing them — for example, if we start publishing codes without verifying them — that change will be disclosed on the About page and in the changelog before it ships.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Emoji Tik, you represent and warrant that you:
- Are at least 13 years of age
- Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
- Agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- Will use the Service only for lawful purposes
- Will not use automated systems to access the Service without written permission
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
2. Description of Service
Our Mission
Emoji Tik is a small reference site that tests TikTok's hidden bracket codes against the live app and writes down what each one does. Our site is run by a small team and is not affiliated with TikTok or ByteDance. Our mission is to:
- List every official TikTok emoji code that still works
- Write down what each code does in real comment sections
- Re-test the codes after every public TikTok app update
- Keep the list honest about what we actually know
Service Features
Our Service includes but is not limited to:
- Complete TikTok emoji database with verified codes
- Emoji usage guides and cultural context
- Original research publications and trend reports
- Educational content on digital communication
- Unicode emoji reference materials
- Multilingual support for global users
Disclaimer
Emoji Tik provides information for educational and reference purposes only. We make every effort to ensure accuracy, but the digital communication landscape evolves rapidly. We do not guarantee that our content is complete, up-to-date, or error-free at all times.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Intellectual Property
All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to:
- Emoji databases, codes, and definitions
- Research publications and articles
- Design, layout, and user interface
- Software and code powering the Service
- Trademarks and service marks
are the exclusive property of Emoji Tik and its licensors. All rights reserved.
GRANT OF LICENSE
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes.
This license does not include:
- Any right to use the Service for commercial purposes without written permission
- Any right to copy, modify, or create derivative works from our content
- Any right to use automated systems to scrape or collect data from the Service
- Any right to resell or redistribute our services
Fair Use
We encourage fair use of our emoji codes and definitions for educational, research, and non-commercial purposes. Proper attribution is appreciated but not required for emoji code usage.
4. User Conduct and Responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
As a user of Emoji Tik, you agree to:
- Use the Service only for lawful purposes
- Not interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers or networks connected to the Service
- Not violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
- Not use the Service to Spam, harass, or threaten others
ACCOUNT SECURITY
While we do not require user accounts for most Service features, if you choose to create an account or use credentials provided by Emoji Tik, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of those credentials and for all activities under your account.
5. Prohibited Activities
You agree NOT to use the Service for any of the following:
6. Third-Party Links and Services
External Link Discovery
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Emoji Tik. We provide these links for your convenience and information purposes only.
No Endorsement
We do not endorse, assume responsibility for, or have any control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services.
Recommendation
We encourage you to read the terms and privacy policies of any third-party website or service that you visit.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
AS-IS BASIS
The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and"AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise.
Specifically, we disclaim all warranties regarding:
- Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the Service contents
- Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of TikTok emoji codes
- Merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
- Any errors, bugs, or defects in the Service
- Absence of any errors, bugs, or defects in the Service
- Security, availability, or continuous operation of the Service
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
8. Limitation of Liability
NO LIABILITY FOR CERTAIN CLAIMS
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, neither Emoji Tik nor its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, or agents shall be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages including, without limitation, loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:
- Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Service
- Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service
- Any content obtained from or through the Service
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
- Statements or conduct of any third party on the Service
- Any other matter relating to the Service
CAP ON LIABILITY
In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims arising out of or relating to the Service exceed the amount you have paid, if any, for access to the Service.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
9. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Emoji Tik, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Service.
10. Termination
BY US
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause or notice, in our sole discretion. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.
BY YOU
You may cease using the Service at any time. Upon termination, the following provisions will survive: Intellectual Property, Disclaimer of Warranties, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, and Miscellaneous.
11. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If we make material changes, we will provide notice by:
- Posting the revised Terms on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date
- Sending a notice to your email if you have one on file
- Displaying a prominent notice on the Service
Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes your binding acceptance of the new Terms.
12. Miscellaneous
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Emoji Tik operates, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of a mutually agreed arbitrator. Each party shall bear its own costs and expenses.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Waiver
ailure by Emoji Tik to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Emoji Tik regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
13. Contact Us
Legal Inquiries
For questions about these Terms, intellectual property, or legal matters:
legal@emojitik.comGeneral Questions
For questions about Emoji Tik's services, content, or general inquires:
info@emojitik.comNot affiliated with TikTok or ByteDance. TikTok is a trademark of ByteDance Ltd.