TikTok Mutes Product Review Despite Sound Check, Sparking Creator Outrage

TikTok's Content Moderation Under Fire: User Frustration Mounts Over Muting of Product Review Videos In a recent TikTok video, user DeanaBoo (@deanaboo) expressed frustration with the platform's content moderation system. DeanaBoo, a mother, wife, and teacher, showcased a wireless speaker with a built-in phone holder, demonstrating its features. However, despite passing the platform's sound check, TikTok repeatedly muted her videos. The issue seems to stem from the use of commercial-style background music. "They keep muting my video for this speaker!" DeanaBoo exclaimed in her video. "Even after passing the sound check, TikTok keeps muting it." This highlights a broader concern among creators about the inconsistency and potential overreach of automated content moderation systems. The video, which has garnered 69 views as of 09.06.2025, has sparked a discussion on TikTok regarding the challenges faced by creators trying to promote products legitimately. It raises questions about the fairness and transparency of TikTok's content moderation process and its impact on small businesses and creators utilizing the platform to reach their audiences. The incident underscores the need for more nuanced and human-centric approaches to content moderation on social media platforms.