What is a TikTok challenge?

A TikTok challenge is a trend or activity that encourages users to create and share videos following a specific theme, concept, or set of instructions. These challenges often involve users mimicking a particular dance, lip-syncing to a specific audio clip, showcasing a talent, participating in a dare or prank, or engaging in a creative task. Challenges typically begin when a user or group of users creates a video with a specific hashtag and prompts others to join in by using the same hashtag and following the instructions.

TikTok challenges can spread rapidly across the platform, gaining momentum as more users participate and share their own interpretations of the challenge. Some challenges are initiated by TikTok itself or by influencers, while others originate organically from the community. Challenges can be entertaining, creative, educational, or even aimed at raising awareness for social causes. They often contribute to the dynamic and collaborative nature of the TikTok community.