How to Delete a Scheduled Post on TikTok

You scheduled a TikTok video, but now something’s changed - maybe you spotted a typo, the trend feels outdated, or you just came up with a better idea. Don't worry, deleting that scheduled post is simple once you know where to look. This guide will walk you through the exact steps to find and remove scheduled videos on both the TikTok mobile app and your desktop browser, so you can keep your content calendar clean and current.

Why It's So Hard to Find Your Scheduled TikToks (And Where They're Hidden)

One of the most common points of frustration is simply locating your scheduled videos. Unlike other platforms that might have a dedicated "Scheduled" tab, TikTok tucks these posts away in a less-than-obvious location. Whether you're on a computer or your phone, your scheduled content lives inside your Drafts.

This is a bit confusing because most creators think of drafts as incomplete videos saved on their device. However, for TikTok, a "Draft" is also the holding area for any video you've uploaded and scheduled for the future. Once you understand this, finding them becomes much easier.

Finding Scheduled Posts on a Desktop Browser

If you used your computer to schedule a video through the TikTok web uploader, your scheduled posts are stored in your Drafts section on the website. You can only access these from a desktop or laptop, not from the mobile app's drafts folder.

• Go to tiktok.com and log in to your account.
• Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.
• From the dropdown menu, select View profile.
• On your profile page, you’ll see tabs for your Videos, Liked posts, etc. Click on the Drafts tab. All your scheduled videos will appear here.

Finding Scheduled Posts on the Mobile App

Similarly, when you schedule a video using the TikTok mobile app, the app saves it to your local drafts folder on your profile. These are the same drafts where you save unfinished videos. They are local to your device, so you won't see them on the desktop site.

• Open the TikTok app and go to your Profile tab (the "Me" icon in the bottom-right corner).
• Your drafts folder appears as the first block in your video grid, usually with a number indicating how many drafts you have saved.
• Tap on the Drafts folder. Your scheduled videos will be mixed in with any other unfinished drafts you've saved. They will typically have a small icon or label indicating they are scheduled.

How to Delete a Scheduled Post on TikTok: A Step-by-Step Guide

Now that you know where to look, removing a scheduled video takes just a few clicks. The process is slightly different depending on whether you're using a computer or your phone.

Using a Desktop Web Browser

The desktop method is clean and straightforward, making it the preferred way for many social media managers who work primarily from a computer. It's the only way to delete a post that was originally scheduled on a desktop.

1. Log in to TikTok: Navigate to tiktok.com on your preferred web browser and sign in to your account.
2. Go to Your Profile: Click your profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen and choose View profile.
3. Access Your Drafts: On your profile page, you will find a "Drafts" tab right next to your "Videos" tab. This tab will only be visible if you have active drafts or scheduled posts created via the web uploader. Click it.
4. Select the Scheduled Post: Your queue of scheduled videos will appear. Click on the video you want to delete.
5. Find the Delete Option: Once the video preview opens, you will see a big red "Delete" button in the bottom-left corner of the upload window.
6. Confirm the Deletion: TikTok will ask you to confirm your choice. A pop-up will appear that says, "Delete this post? You won’t be able to restore it after deleting." Click "Delete" again to permanently remove the scheduled post.

Using the TikTok Mobile App

If you're on the go or prefer using your phone, you can easily delete a scheduled post directly from the mobile app. Remember, you can only delete posts scheduled via mobile using this method.

1. Open the App: Launch the TikTok app on your phone and make sure you're logged into the correct account.
2. Navigate to Your Profile: Tap the Profile icon in the bottom-right corner of the main navigation bar.
3. Open Your Drafts: Your saved drafts are located at the very top of your video gallery. Tap the "Drafts" folder to open it.
4. Select Your Video: Scroll through your drafts to find the scheduled post. It should have a label or indicator distinguishing it from regular drafts. Tap on the video you wish to remove.
5. Go Back to the Editing Screen: Tapping the video will take you to the final posting screen. From here, tap the <, Back arrow in the top-left corner to return to the main video editor screen (where you can add text, stickers, etc.).
6. Return to the Pre-Upload Screen: Tap the <, Back arrow again to go even further back to the screen where you recorded or uploaded the footage. You'll see an "X" in the top corner here.
7. Discard the Post: Tap the "X" button. A menu will pop up at the bottom of the screen with a few options. Choose "Start over" or "Exit" to cancel the post. Don't worry, this action just affects the current version and directs you back to your drafts. For a more direct deletion, you can long-press the video thumbnail inside the drafts folder and select "Delete" from the menu that appears.

Can You Edit a Scheduled Post on TikTok?

This is a million-dollar question for many content creators, and the simple answer is no - you cannot directly edit a TikTok video that has already been scheduled. Once you hit the "Schedule" button, the caption, hashtags, cover image, and video content are locked in. You can’t go back in and change the sound, fix a typo in the caption, or adjust the scheduled time.

But that doesn't mean you're stuck. The workaround is simple: you must delete the currently scheduled post and then re-upload a corrected version.

The Best Workflow for "Editing" a Scheduled TikTok

To avoid losing all your hard work, follow this process to make changes without starting from scratch:

1. Find the Scheduled Post: Follow the steps above to locate the post you want to "edit" in your drafts on either desktop or mobile.
2. Copy Your Caption and Hashtags: Before you delete anything, open the scheduled post and copy the entire caption, including all hashtags and tagged accounts. Paste this into a text editor or notes app on your device for safekeeping.
3. Delete the Post: Follow the steps outlined previously to delete the scheduled video permanently.
4. Make Your Edits: Now, go back to your original video file on your computer or phone outside the TikTok app. Make whatever changes are needed - fix the typo in the on-screen text, trim the clip differently, etc.
5. Re-upload and Re-schedule: Go through the normal upload process in TikTok. Select your newly edited video file, paste your saved caption and hashtags back in, select a new cover image if needed, and schedule it for your desired time.

This method ensures you don’t have to re-write a clever caption or search for all your relevant hashtags again, saving you time and frustration.

Common Reasons to Delete a Scheduled TikTok Video

Being a content creator or social media manager means staying flexible. Your content calendar is a plan, not a promise set in stone. Here are a few completely normal reasons you might find yourself needing to delete a scheduled post:

• You Found a Mistake: A last-minute review reveals a typo in the caption or an embarrassing mistake in the video edit that you missed before.
• A Trend Died: You scheduled a video centered around a trending sound or meme, but by the time it's set to post, the trend is old news.
• Real-World Events: Breaking news or a cultural moment might make your scheduled fun/promotional post seem insensitive or tone-deaf. It's always smart to pause your content during sensitive times.
• Strategy Shift: Your brand messaging has changed, or you’ve decided to move in a different creative direction, making the scheduled post irrelevant.
• A More Timely Post: You created a brilliant video that responds to a brand new trend, and you want to post it immediately, requiring you to shuffle your existing schedule.
• Performance Insights: You noticed that your videos perform better at a different time, so you want to delete the post and reschedule it for a peak engagement window.

Final Thoughts

Deleting a scheduled post on TikTok is a straightforward process once you know that scheduled videos are hidden within your drafts folder. Whether you’re on a desktop or the mobile app, you can quickly remove a post in just a few steps, giving you full control over your content calendar and allowing you to remain agile and responsive.

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