How to Warm Up a New TikTok Account for Maximum Reach

Starting a new TikTok account the right way is crucial for getting maximum reach and avoiding shadowbans. Here's the proven process that successful creators use.

Do You Need a VPN?

You can use a VPN if you have a specific audience you want to target, like the US market, but it's not necessary for warming up an account. TikTok will naturally show your content to users based on various factors including location, language, content type, and engagement patterns regardless of your location.

The 7-Day Warmup Process

Step 1: Create Your New Account

Set up your TikTok account with a complete profile - add a profile picture, bio, and any relevant links.

Step 2: Engage for 30 Minutes Daily (7 Days)

Before posting any content, spend 30 minutes each day for 7 days engaging with content in your niche:

• Scroll through content similar to what you plan to post
• Like videos that are relevant to your niche
• Comment meaningfully on posts (not just "great post!")
• Bookmark/save videos for later
• Follow accounts that create content similar to yours
• Watch videos to completion when possible

This signals to TikTok that you're a real user genuinely interested in your niche.

Posting Strategy

Do Your First Posts Manually

Create and upload your first few posts directly in the TikTok app, not through any third-party tools. This shows authentic user behavior to the algorithm.

Use Upload Mode for AI Tools

If you're using AI tools like SlideStorm to generate your posts, we recommend using upload mode rather than posting directly via the API. This uploads your post to TikTok so that it appears as a draft when you open the app, and you can then post it manually. You can stack up multiple draft posts in the app and post them whenever you're ready.

Some users have reported that posting directly via the API causes their posts to be shown only to their followers and not appear on the For You page, which significantly impacts reach.

If you're still concerned about your reach being limited when using upload mode, you can download the images (with captions included) to your phone and do a completely manual post from the app.

Understanding the 200-300 View Test

All posts get 200-300 views initially to test them in the algorithm. Here's what to watch for:

• 0 views: You're likely shadowbanned and should try making a new account
• 200-300 views: Normal testing phase for new content
• More than 300 views: Good sign that the algorithm is pushing your content further

Key Tips for Success

1. Be patient - Don't rush into posting immediately after creating your account
2. Engage authentically - Real comments and interactions work better than generic responses
3. Stay consistent - Keep up the daily engagement during your warmup period
4. Focus on your niche - Only engage with content related to what you plan to post
5. Manual posting first - Use the native TikTok app for your initial posts

Following this simple warmup process helps establish your account as trustworthy with TikTok's algorithm and sets you up for better reach from the start.