What is what does it mean when it says account not found on tiktok?

It means that the TikTok account you are searching for either doesn't exist, has been deactivated, or has a username that you aren't typing correctly. Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Account Doesn't Exist: The account may never have been created in the first place, or the user might have deleted their TikTok presence entirely.

• Account Deactivated/Suspended: If a user violates TikTok's Community Guidelines or deactivates their account, it can become temporarily or permanently unavailable. In this case, the "account not found" message will appear.

• Username Error: TikTok usernames are case-sensitive and can contain special characters. Double-check for typos or incorrect capitalization. Even a small mistake will result in the "account not found" error. It's possible the user also recently changed their TikTok username.

• Account Blocked You: Although less common, if a user has blocked you, their account will appear as "not found" when you search for it from your account. Try searching from another account or from a logged-out state to confirm this.

• Account Privacy Settings: If an account has very restrictive TikTok privacy settings, it might appear as "not found" to users who aren't followers or who don't meet certain criteria.