TikTok Safe Zone Checker for Ads & Organic Videos
Is your TikTok ad text getting covered by the like button? Are captions hiding your call-to-action?
TikTok's interface overlays important UI elements on top of your content—profile info at the top, engagement buttons on the right, and captions plus music info at the bottom. If you place critical text or logos in these areas, viewers won't see them.
Use our free TikTok safe zone checker to instantly preview your creative against the latest TikTok safe zone specifications before you publish.
How to Use the TikTok Safe Zone Tool
- Upload Your Creative: Click "Upload Image" or drag and drop your TikTok ad or video thumbnail (JPG or PNG).
- Select Your Format: Choose between TikTok Feed for organic content or Spark Ads for paid promotions with CTA buttons.
- Check the Red Zones: The red hatched areas show where TikTok places UI elements (profile, likes, comments, captions, music info).
- Adjust & Re-upload: If your text or logo falls into a red zone, adjust your design and re-upload to ensure 100% visibility.
Why TikTok Safe Zones Matter
TikTok's full-screen vertical format means the platform overlays its interface directly on your content. This includes:
- Top (~8%): Profile picture, username, and Follow button.
- Right Side (~11%): Like, Comment, Bookmark, Share buttons, and creator's profile icon.
- Bottom (~25%): Caption text, hashtags, music/sound info, and CTA buttons for ads.
- Left Side (~11%): Margin for caption text overflow.
If you place your headline, offer code, or brand logo in these areas, viewers won't see it. This leads to lower engagement and wasted ad spend.
TikTok Safe Zone Specifications
Here are the exact safe zone dimensions for TikTok content:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Canvas Size | 1080 × 1920 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 (vertical) |
| Top Margin (Profile Bar) | 160 px (~8%) |
| Bottom Margin (Caption/CTA) | 480 px (~25%) |
| Left & Right Margins | 120 px each (~11%) |
| Safe Content Area | 840 × 1280 px |
TikTok vs Instagram Reels Safe Zones
While both platforms use 9:16 vertical video, TikTok requires more bottom clearance than Instagram Reels. TikTok's caption area and music info take up about 25% of the screen, compared to Instagram Reels' ~35% (which includes a larger CTA button area for ads). However, TikTok has slightly wider side margins due to the engagement button column.
If you're creating content for both platforms, design for TikTok's safe zone first, then check it against Instagram Reels—the content will generally fit both.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the TikTok safe zone size?
For TikTok (1080×1920px, 9:16), the safe content area is 840×1280 pixels. Keep important text and logos at least 160px from the top, 480px from the bottom, and 120px from each side.
What is the TikTok ad safe zone?
TikTok ads (including Spark Ads and In-Feed Ads) use the same safe zones as organic content, but with an additional CTA button at the bottom. This means you need even more bottom clearance—keep critical elements in the center 60% of the screen.
Why is my TikTok video getting cropped?
TikTok automatically crops non-9:16 content to fill the vertical frame. If you upload a 1:1 square or 16:9 landscape video, TikTok will zoom and crop it, cutting off important elements. Always create content in 9:16 (1080×1920px).
What's the difference between TikTok and Instagram Reels safe zones?
TikTok needs ~25% bottom clearance while Instagram Reels needs ~35%. TikTok has wider side margins (~11% vs ~15% for Reels). Both use 9:16 aspect ratio. Design for TikTok first—it will generally work on Reels too.
Does this tool save my images?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your images are never uploaded to our servers, keeping your creative completely private.