TikTok
The TikTok source collects videos and public account content from TikTok as part of a Data Stream.
Datastreamer selects from available providers automatically based on your Job configuration. You do not need to manage provider accounts or credentials to use this source.
Configuring a Job
When creating a Job for the TikTok source, you define what content to collect. Common configuration options include:
- Keywords / hashtags: terms or hashtags to search for
- Account targets: specific TikTok accounts to monitor
- Date range: the time window to collect data from
- Document limit: maximum number of documents per Job run
Refer to the Job creation documentation for full configuration details: Creating Jobs
What is Collected
Each document returned from the TikTok source represents a video post. Fields are mapped to the Datastreamer unified schema and include content description, author metadata, engagement metrics (likes, comments, shares, views), and post date.
Platform-specific fields are available under the tiktok schema namespace. See the Schema Reference for field details.
For audio and video transcription from TikTok content, see Social Voice.
Troubleshooting
Job fails or returns no data
- Check that the query, hashtag, or account target is valid and publicly accessible
- Verify the date range contains data
- Review Job logs for specific errors
Unexpectedly high document counts
- Add more specific filters to narrow the query
- Set a document limit on the Job to cap volume per run
- Review the DVU pricing page
Provider switch noted in Job logs
- This is expected behavior. If a provider is unavailable, the Job is routed to an alternative automatically. No action is required.
Related
- Sources Overview
- Creating Jobs
- Social Voice
- Data Volume Units
- Direct Integrations: use if you need a specific provider directly