TikTok Restores Service in the U.S. Less Than 24 Hours After Blackout [Video]

TikTok has restored service in the U.S. less than 24 hours after its nationwide shutdown.

On Sunday, Jan. 19, TikTok announced on X, via an official statement shared to its policy account, that it is “in the process of restoring service” to Americans after going dark the night prior.

“We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers that they will face no penalties providing TikTok to over 170 million Americans and allowing over 7 million small businesses to thrive,” the statement continued, referring to President-elect Donald Trump‘s recent comments about not letting “TikTok stay dark.”

“It’s a strong stand for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship,” the statement added. “We will work with President Trump on a long-term solution that keeps TikTok in the United States.”

As of 1 p.m. EST on Jan. 19, users are able to access the app.

A spokesperson for TikTok did not immediately …