Breaking news: TikTok starts going dark in the U.S.

A federal law barring companies from hosting or distributing TikTok is set to take effect on Sunday.

View in browser Jan. 18, 2025, 11:19 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Leonardo Munoz/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images TikTok Starts Going Dark in the U.S. The popular video app stopped working shortly after signaling to users it might go offline, with a federal law barring U.S. companies from hosting or distributing TikTok set to take effect on Sunday. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018