TikTok may remove or mute your audio if the system detects a copyright issue or a violation of its rules. When this happens, you might see a notice on your video that says the sound was removed or muted.
What are your options after your sound is muted
If your video loses its audio due to copyright, you can replace the audio by choosing a new track from TikTok’s music library. This is the fastest way to “revive” your video without deleting it.
How to replace the audio on a muted TikTok video (step-by-step)
Follow these steps to restore a muted video with a new audio track:
Open the TikTok app and go to your muted video.
Tap the notice on the video that explains the audio was removed.
If the removal was due to copyright, select “Change sound” or “Replace sound.”
Browse TikTok’s audio library and choose a new track. If available, trim the sound and adjust volume.
Tap “Post” or “Save changes” to apply the new audio.
Note: The new sound applies only to this individual video. If you posted the same original audio in multiple videos, you will need to repeat the process for each.