TikTok vs Twitch: whose terms are worse?
TikTok and Twitch score identically at 62/100.
| Question | TikTok | Twitch |
|---|---|---|
| Can I sue them? |
medium
You agree to defend and indemnify TikTok against any claims or damages arising from your use of the Platform. | Not found in this document. |
| Can I join a class action? | Not found in this document. |
high
You can't sue Twitch as part of a class action lawsuit. |
| Do they own what I post? |
medium
When you create content on TikTok, you grant them a license to use it. This license is non-exclusive, irrevocable, and royalty-free. | Not found in this document. |
| How long do I have to act? |
high
If you have a dispute with TikTok, you must try to resolve it informally first, and you must do so within 1 year of the event. |
high
You have one year from when something goes wrong to start a lawsuit. After that, you can't sue them. |
| Can they change the deal? |
medium
TikTok can change these Terms at any time. If you don't like the changes, you can stop using the Platform. |
medium
Twitch can change these terms at any time, and if you keep using the service, you're agreeing to the new terms. |
| What if they cause harm? |
high
TikTok doesn't guarantee the Platform will work perfectly or be safe. If something goes wrong, the most you can get back is what you paid them in the last 12 months. |
high
If their outage costs you money, the most you can get back is what you paid them last month. This limit applies even if you're a consumer in the EU, EEA, UK, or Switzerland. |
| Can they close my account? |
high
TikTok can ban or suspend your account at any time if you break the rules or for other reasons. |
high
Twitch can terminate your account at any time, with or without notice. |
| How closely am I tracked? |
medium
TikTok can show you customized ads based on your information and activity on the Platform. | Not found in this document. |
| How long do they keep it? |
medium
TikTok can use your information to customize ads and improve the Platform. They may also share your information with third parties. | Not found in this document. |
| Whose courts decide? |
medium
Any disputes will be resolved under California law, and you agree to the jurisdiction of California courts. |
medium
Any disputes will be governed by California law and resolved in California courts, unless you're a consumer in the EU, EEA, UK, or Switzerland, in which case you can resolve disputes in your local courts. |
| Who is allowed to use it? |
high
If you're under 13, you can't use TikTok unless you use the Under 13 Experience. If you're under 18, some features might be restricted. |
high
You must be at least 13 years old to use Twitch. |
| What else should I know? | Not found in this document. |
high
You agree to compensate Twitch for any damages or losses they incur due to your use of the service. |
Generated by AI and it can be wrong. TikTok last read August 27, 2026; Twitch last read August 27, 2026. Grades follow the published methodology.