TikTok Resumes Operations in the U.S.

Approximately 12 hours after its

, TikTok has resumed services for many users in the United States, following President-elect Donald Trump's initiative to save the application. In a message to users, TikTok announced, "Thanks to President Trump's efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S."

This devlopment comes after TikTok had proactively ceased its operations, rendering the platform

to U.S. users starting January 19. Alongside TikTok, other ByteDance-owned applications, such as Lemon8 and CapCut, were also removed from the App Store and Google Play.

President-elect Trump indicated plans to issue an

after his inauguration to delay the of the law mandating TikTok's or ban. Subsequently, many users reported regaining access to both the TikTok app and its website.

TikTok stated, "In agreement with our service providers, TikTok is in the process of restoring service." The company also expressed gratitude to President Trump for ensuring that service providers would not face penalties, allowing over 7 million small businesses to continue thriving. They added, "We will work with President Trump on a long-term solution that keeps TikTok in the United States."

This news has been well-received by millions of users who rely on the platform for information, entertainment, and livelihood. Many expressed excitement and surprise at the swift restoration of services. However, as of now, TikTok remains unavailable for download on major app stores like Google Play and the App Store, indicating that tech companies are exercising caution until official policies are clarified.