TikTok Music has announced its impending shutdown, confirming that accounts will be closed by November 28. This decision follows an unsuccessful attempt to translate the massive engagement from TikTok’s main app into a viable music streaming service. Users can expect all personal data and login information to be deleted as part of the closure.

For existing subscribers, there are important refund details to note. Google subscribers whose memberships end after November 28 will automatically receive a refund, or they can request one through Google Play before the shutdown. However, Apple users need to act more quickly; they must request refunds directly through Apple support before the deadline to ensure they receive their money back. It’s worth mentioning that once a refund is processed, the premium service will no longer be accessible, so users may want to think twice before submitting their requests.

In addition to the refund procedures, those looking to transfer their playlists to another music streaming platform need to complete the migration by October 28. This gives users a limited window to preserve their music collections before the service goes offline.

TikTok Music was initially launched in Indonesia and Brazil in July 2023, replacing the previously existing music platform, Resso, owned by ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company. A closed beta was subsequently rolled out in Australia, Mexico, and Singapore, with a full launch in those countries that October. Despite ByteDance’s efforts, including filing for a “TikTok Music” trademark in May 2022, the platform never made its way to the U.S. market.

For more insights on this development and further details on the shutdown, visit Engadget. As the music streaming landscape continues to evolve, TikTok Music’s exit marks a significant moment in the competitive field of digital music services.