: Unofficial versions do not receive security patches from TikTok, leaving your device vulnerable to newly discovered exploits. Safe Alternatives

If you need a specific version of TikTok or are in a region where the Play Store is unavailable, use reputable repositories that verify the cryptographic signatures of the files to ensure they haven't been tampered with:

: Modded apps often require extensive permissions (access to SMS, contacts, and photos) that the original app does not. This information can be exfiltrated to remote servers controlled by unknown actors.