TikTok continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to online safety by removing over 2 million videos in Nigeria between July and September 2024, as revealed in its latest Q3 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report. A staggering 99.1% of these videos were removed within 24 hours, emphasizing the platform’s dedication to rapid content moderation. The global effort had a significant local impact, as TikTok strives to ensure a safer experience for its billion-plus users worldwide.
According to the statement, TikTok’s advanced technology and proactive detection efforts have significantly enhanced content moderation. The platform boasts a global proactive detection rate of 98.2%, allowing it to remove harmful content before it reaches users. Between July and September 2024, TikTok removed over 147 million videos globally, with 118 million removed through automation. In Nigeria, 92.1% of the videos were removed before any user had to report them.
The report highlights that the most removed content in Nigeria related to sensitive themes, with 99.4% of removals occurring before user reports. Other categories included regulated goods, commercial activities, and mental and behavioral health, with removals also occurring largely before user reports. TikTok continues to safeguard its community by preventing harmful content like scams, dangerous goods, and content that could negatively impact mental health, particularly among younger audiences.
TikTok’s mission to inspire creativity and provide a safe, enjoyable environment is supported by continuous investments in Trust and Safety professionals, who collaborate with cutting-edge technology to uphold the platform’s robust Community Guidelines and policies. The Q3 report underscores TikTok’s leadership in content moderation and safety standards, ensuring a secure platform for Nigerian users. TikTok remains dedicated to enhancing its safety measures and collaborating with global experts to protect its community.
Source: Swifteradio.com
