Saving TikTok videos on iPhone can be tricky. TikTok's built-in save feature always adds a watermark, and many download apps require jailbreaking or paid subscriptions. But there's a simpler, completely free method that works in Safari — no app installation, no jailbreak, no watermark. Here's exactly how to do it.
Why iPhone TikTok Downloads Are Different
Downloading videos on iPhone is slightly different from Android. Apple restricts direct video downloads in Safari for security reasons. However, modern iOS (iOS 13 and later) supports file downloads in Safari, which means you can download TikTok videos directly to your Files app, and then save them to your Camera Roll. The process is simple once you know the steps.
Step-by-Step: Download TikTok on iPhone Using Luldown
Step 1: Open TikTok and find the video you want to save. Step 2: Tap the Share button (the curved arrow). Step 3: Scroll down and tap Copy Link. Step 4: Open Safari on your iPhone and go to the Luldown website. Step 5: Tap the URL input box and paste the TikTok link. Step 6: Tap Download Now. Step 7: After the video info loads, tap MP4 1080p (or your preferred format). Step 8: When Safari asks where to save, choose Save to Files. Step 9: To move it to your Camera Roll, open the Files app, find the video, and tap Share → Save Video.
Done! The video is now in your Camera Roll without any watermark.
Using Chrome on iPhone Instead of Safari
If you prefer Chrome on iPhone, the process is slightly different. Chrome downloads files to its own internal storage rather than the Files app. To access them: tap the three dots in Chrome → Downloads. From there you can view the video. To save to Camera Roll, you'll need to use the Share option in Chrome's download manager. Safari is generally easier for this purpose on iPhone.
Which iOS Versions Are Supported?
Luldown works on iOS 13 and above. This covers iPhone 6s and all later models. If you're on an older iOS version, Safari's download support may be limited — consider updating your iOS for the best experience. The tool is optimized for mobile browsers and has been tested on iOS 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17.
Download TikTok Photos on iPhone
For TikTok photo posts (slideshows), Luldown lets you download each image individually. After pasting the link, the result card shows all images in a grid. Tap Save Photo on each one to download it as a JPG to your Files app. You can then move them to your Camera Roll the same way as videos.
What About TikTok's Own Save Feature?
TikTok has a built-in Save Video option, but it comes with two problems: it adds a watermark (the TikTok logo and username), and not all videos have downloading enabled — creators can turn it off. Luldown bypasses both issues. Videos that creators have disabled downloading for may still be accessible through Luldown, though we recommend respecting creators' wishes when it comes to sharing their content.
Storage Tips for iPhone
TikTok videos can be large — especially 1080p files. Here's how to manage storage:
• Choose MP4 720p instead of 1080p for smaller file sizes. • Regularly clean up your Downloads folder in Files. • Use iCloud Drive to store downloaded videos off-device. • If you just need the audio, choose MP3 — audio files are much smaller than video files.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to install anything on my iPhone?
No. Luldown works entirely in your browser. No app installation needed.
Why does Safari ask me where to save the file?
This is normal iOS behaviour for file downloads. Just tap Save to Files and then move it to Camera Roll.
Can I download TikTok on iPhone without Safari?
Yes. Any browser works — Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. Safari is the most seamless for saving to Camera Roll.