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Find TikTok sound effects that give short videos more impact. Browse whooshes, boings, camera sounds and laughter to emphasize every moment of your video.

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TL;DR: TikTok sound effects are short clips layered on a video to emphasize a moment, such as whooshes, boings and camera sounds. Connect your TikTok account to your Epidemic Sound account before you publish to keep your videos cleared.

TikTok sound effects to give short videos more impact

TikTok sound effects are short audio clips layered onto a video to emphasize a moment, make a joke clearer or add drama. In a few seconds of video, one well-chosen sound shapes how a moment feels. You can find TikTok sound effects for transitions, comedy, reveals and storytelling.

Popular TikTok sound effects

  • Camera sounds: Shutter clicks for photo dumps and reveals.
  • Keyboard and mouse sounds: Typing and clicking for tutorials and text overlays.
  • Laughter sounds: Added humor for jokes and reactions.
  • Whooshes: Quick transitions between clips.
  • Boings and bonks: Comedy for surprise reactions and fails.
  • Booms: Dramatic reveals.
  • Applause and echo effects: Big moments and dramatic storytelling.

Choosing the right sound

  • Comedy: A boing for a surprise, a meme sound for a trend, a pop or beep for a punchline.
  • Transitions: Whooshes for quick cuts and glitches for visual distortions.
  • Atmosphere: Applause for a big reveal and echo for a dramatic story.

Sound effects vs. TikTok sounds

A TikTok sound is the main audio track, like a song. A sound effect is a shorter clip layered on top to emphasize a specific action. A video has one main sound and can have many sound effects.

Keep your TikToks cleared

Using audio from other videos or copyrighted music can lead to muted or removed content. Connect your TikTok account to your Epidemic Sound account (called safelisting) before you publish. Content published during an active subscription stays cleared forever, even if you cancel. Browse 250,000+ sound effects and variations, and add music for TikTok.

Frequently asked questions about TikTok sound effects

  • What are TikTok sound effects?

    TikTok sound effects are short audio clips layered onto a video to emphasize a moment. Examples are whooshes for transitions, boings for comedy and booms for reveals.

  • What is the difference between TikTok sounds and sound effects?

    Sounds are the primary audio track, like a song. Sound effects are shorter clips layered on top to highlight specific actions. A video has one main sound and can have many sound effects.

  • How do you add sound effects to a TikTok video?

    Add the sound effect in a video editing app before you upload to TikTok, and place it on its own audio track. Adjust the volume so it supports your voiceover or music.

  • Can I use copyrighted music as a sound effect on TikTok?

    Using copyrighted music you do not have rights to can lead to muted or removed videos, especially in branded content. Use a licensed source and safelist your account before you publish.

  • Where can I find a camera sound effect for TikTok?

    Camera sound effects are in the Epidemic Sound sound effects catalog. Preview the options and choose the one that fits your edit.