What is the TikTok Safe Zone?
The TikTok safe zone refers to the central area of your vertical video (9:16 aspect ratio) where your content won't be covered by TikTok's UI elements like the username, caption, share buttons, and sound information.
Understanding safe zones is crucial for creators who want to ensure their text, faces, and important visual elements remain visible and aren't obscured by the platform's interface.
TikTok Safe Zone Dimensions
For a standard 1080×1920px vertical video (9:16 ratio), here are the exact safe zone measurements:
- Top: 130px (6.77%) - Avoid placing content here (Following/For You tabs)
- Right: 120px (11.11%) - Right sidebar with action buttons
- Bottom: 320px (16.67%) - Username, caption, audio info
- Left: 60px (5.56%) - Minimal edge padding
✅ Safe Zone (Center Area)
Your main content should stay within approximately 900×1470px in the center to ensure visibility.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Placing text in the bottom 320px
Your captions, username, and audio info will cover this area
Ignoring the right sidebar (120px)
Action buttons (like, comment, share) will hide content here
Using horizontal 16:9 videos
TikTok is optimized for vertical 9:16 content - horizontal videos appear small
Use Our Free Interactive Tool
Instead of downloading a static template, use our interactive OverlayCheck tool to:
- ✓ Upload your video thumbnail and see exact overlay placement
- ✓ Toggle safe zone guides on/off
- ✓ Adjust overlay opacity to see through UI elements
- ✓ Compare across TikTok, Reels, and Shorts in one place
Pro Tips for TikTok Content
- Center your subject: Keep faces and main subjects in the middle third of the frame
- Text overlay placement: Place text in the upper-middle section (between 15-60% from top)
- Test before posting: Use the OverlayCheck tool to preview how your content looks with overlays
- Leave breathing room: Don't place crucial elements right at the edge of safe zones