You can change your birth date in TikTok's account settings, but only if your account is less than 60 days old

TikTok lets you edit your birth date through your account settings if you created the account fewer than 60 days ago. After that window closes, the platform locks your birth date and you cannot change it yourself. If your account is older than 60 days and your birth date is wrong, you will need to contact TikTok support and provide proof of your identity.

The reason for this restriction is age verification. TikTok uses your birth date to enforce content restrictions—users under 13 cannot create accounts, and users under 18 see different privacy settings and content recommendations. Once an account has been active for two months, TikTok treats the birth date as verified and does not allow changes without identity confirmation.

Key Takeaways

  • If your account is less than 60 days old, you can change your birth date by going to Settings and Privacy, then Account, then Personal Information.
  • After 60 days, TikTok locks your birth date and you cannot change it through the app—you must contact support with a government ID or passport.
  • Changing your birth date affects your privacy settings, content recommendations, and whether you can access certain features like live streaming or gifts.
  • TikTok support may take several days to respond to identity verification requests, so plan ahead if you need your age changed on an older account.

How to change your age if your account is under 60 days old

Open TikTok and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Then tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the top right. Scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy.

From there, tap Account, then tap Personal Information. You will see your birth date listed. Tap on it to open the date picker, then select the correct month, day, and year. Tap Save or Confirm (the button name varies by device). The change takes effect when ready.

If you do not see the birth date field or the option to edit it, your account is likely older than 60 days. In that case, you will need to use the support process described below.

What happens when your account is older than 60 days

Once your account reaches 60 days old, TikTok freezes your birth date. The date picker in Personal Information will no longer let you tap and change the date. This is by design—TikTok treats the birth date as locked after two months to prevent users from changing their age to bypass content restrictions.

If you need to change your birth date on an older account, you must contact TikTok support directly. You will need to provide a government-issued ID (such as a driver's license or passport) that shows your correct birth date. TikTok will verify the ID matches your account and then update your birth date if the request is approved.

How to contact TikTok support to change your age

Open TikTok and go to your profile. Tap the three horizontal lines in the top right, then scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy. Tap Help, then tap Report a Problem. In the text box, explain that you need to update your birth date and that your account is older than 60 days.

TikTok will ask you to upload a photo of your government ID. Take a clear photo of the front of your ID showing your name, birth date, and ID number. Do not include your full ID number in the photo if you can avoid it—cover the last four digits with your finger or a piece of tape. Upload the photo through the support form.

TikTok support typically responds within three to seven business days. If your ID matches your account information, they will update your birth date. If there are discrepancies (such as a different name on file), they may ask follow-up questions before approving the change.

How your age affects your TikTok account

Your birth date controls several features on TikTok. If you are under 13, you cannot create an account at all—TikTok will block account creation if your birth date shows you are younger than 13. If you are between 13 and 17, your account defaults to a more restrictive privacy setting, and you cannot send or receive gifts, go live, or access certain monetization features.

Your age also affects what content TikTok recommends to you. Users under 18 see different recommendations than adults, and TikTok restricts certain videos (like those marked as mature) from being shown to younger users. If your birth date is incorrect, you may see content that does not match your actual age, or you may be blocked from features you should be able to use.

Why TikTok locks your age after 60 days

The 60-day lock exists because TikTok needs to verify that the birth date you entered when you signed up was honest. During the first two months, the platform assumes you might have made a mistake or entered a placeholder date. After that window closes, TikTok treats the birth date as verified and assumes you are the person who created the account.

This system is not perfect. If you created your account as a minor and entered a false birth date to bypass the under-13 restriction, TikTok's system will not catch that unless you report it yourself or TikTok discovers the fraud through other means. The lock is designed to prevent account holders from changing their age to evade content restrictions, not to verify that the original age was truthful.

What to do if TikTok support denies your request

If TikTok support rejects your birth date change request, they will explain why in their response. Common reasons include a mismatch between the name on your ID and the name on your account, an ID that is expired or not recognized as valid, or a photo that is too blurry to read.

If your ID was rejected because of a name mismatch, you may need to change your account name first. Go to Settings and Privacy, tap Account, then tap Username, and update it to match your ID exactly. Then resubmit your request to support with a new photo of your ID.

If your ID was rejected for other reasons, try submitting a different form of government ID (such as a passport instead of a driver's license) or a clearer photo. Some users have had success resubmitting after waiting a few days, though there is no may provide support will approve a second request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my age if I created my account as a minor?

If your account is under 60 days old, yes—you can change your birth date in settings. If your account is older than 60 days, you can request a change through support, but you will need to provide a government ID that matches the birth date you want to set. TikTok will not change your age to a date that makes you younger than 13.

What if I lost my government ID?

Contact TikTok support and explain that you do not have a current government ID. Some users report that support will accept other forms of identification, such as a school ID, library card, or utility bill with your name and address. There is no may provide this will work, but it is worth asking in your support message.

How long does it take TikTok to change my age?

TikTok support typically responds within three to seven business days. Once they approve your request, the birth date change takes effect when ready. During the waiting period, your account will still show the old birth date and enforce the old age restrictions.

Will changing my age affect my followers or videos?

No. Changing your birth date does not delete your followers, videos, or account history. It only updates your age in the system and may change which features and content recommendations you see going forward.

Can I change my age more than once?

If your account is under 60 days old, you can change your birth date as many times as you want before the lock takes effect. Once your account is older than 60 days, you can request a change through support, but TikTok does not clearly state whether you can request multiple changes or how often. Most users who need a second change are told to contact support again, but approval is not may provide.