Stuck at 200 views? You're not alone. The "200-view jail" is the most common complaint among creators in 2026. But it's usually not a shadowban—it's a signal. In this guide, we'll show you how to use a TikTok audit tool to reverse-engineer the algorithm and start growing again.

Why You Need a TikTok Account Audit

Most creators guess at what's wrong. They change their hashtags, post at different times, or buy fake views (don't do this!). A proper audit uses data to pinpoint the exact bottleneck in your funnel. Is it your Hook Rate (people scrolling past)? Is it your Retention Rate (people leaving early)? Or is it your Engagement Rate (no likes/comments)?

Step 1: Analyze Your "Hook Rate"

The first metric any TikTok audit tool looks at is the "stopped scroll" rate. If 100 people see your video on the FYP, how many stop to watch? If it's less than 20%, your hook is the problem.

The Fix: Use visual pattern interrupts. Instead of starting with "Hey guys," start with a visual action or a text overlay that triggers curiosity. Check out our Viral Video Checker to test your hooks before posting.

Step 2: Check Your "Shadowban" Status

Authentic shadowbans are rare but real. They happen when you accidentally violate community guidelines (often by reposting unoriginal content or using banned hashtags).

To check: Go to your analytics. If your traffic source from "For You" is 0% for multiple videos in a row, you may be flagged. Most "bans" last 14 days. If you are flagged, stop posting for 48 hours and then post highly original, face-to-camera content.

Step 3: Keyword Optimization (TikTok SEO)

TikTok is a search engine. If your audit shows low search traffic, you are missing out on long-tail views. Use our Keyword Intelligence Tool to find high-volume terms in your niche.

• Wrong: #fyp #foryou #viral (Too broad)
• Right: #tiktokmarketingtips #contentcreatorstrategy #tiktokseo2026 (Targeted)

Conclusion: Data Over Emotion

Stop taking low views personally. It's just data. An audit gives you the roadmap to fix it. Review your last 10 videos, identify the metric that is lagging, and focus on improving just that one number next week.