How to Make a Playlist on TikTok
Quick answer
Go to your profile, tap the plus above your video grid or the Sort videos into playlists prompt, name the playlist, and select public videos to add. Playlists appear above your grid so viewers can binge a series in order. The feature requires eligibility, typically a creator account with public videos.
Step by step
- 1
Open your profile tab
Playlists are created from your own profile, not the camera.
- 2
Tap the plus or the Sort videos into playlists prompt
If eligible, you see the prompt above your video grid or a plus button in the Videos tab.
- 3
Name the playlist
The name shows publicly on your profile, so treat it like a series title viewers will tap.
- 4
Select videos to add
Only your public videos qualify. Pick them in the order you want them watched.
- 5
Create the playlist and reorder if needed
After creating it, open the playlist to reorder, add, or remove videos. You can also add a video from its own share menu with Add to playlist.
Worth knowing
- Playlists are gated by eligibility. Personal accounts without the feature usually see it after switching to a creator-style setup and posting public videos.
- A video can only live in one playlist at a time.
Doing this for a brand, not just an account?
Playlists turn one-off posts into series, and series thinking is what separates a planned content strategy from posting at random.
Common questions
Why don't I have the playlist option on TikTok?
Your account does not meet the eligibility criteria yet. TikTok rolls playlists out to accounts with public videos and creator-level standing, so keep the app updated and keep posting publicly.
Can I add other people's videos to my TikTok playlist?
No, playlists only hold your own public videos. To collect other creators' videos, use Favorites collections instead.
Do playlists help TikTok views?
They increase watch time per profile visit because viewers move through a series without leaving your page. That works best for episodic content like tutorials or recurring formats.