Under the direction of the Commissioner of Higher Education, TikTok is restricted on UM owned devices and networks.
Can I install TikTok on my UM Device?
TikTok is not allowed on UM owned devices. If your work requires the use of TikTok, you can submit a request for an exception. This will have to be approved by the office of the CIO. Requests can be sent to the UMIT Service Desk through TeamDynamix .
Why can't I access TikTok when using UM networks?
Access to TikTok from any UM network has been restricted under direction from the Commissioner of Higher Education.
2.Campus Chief Information Officers (CIOs) shall block access to TikTok on MUS wired and wireless network
MONTANA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | COMMISSIONER’S DIRECTIVE
RE: TikTok
EFFECTIVE DATE: January 20, 2023
The Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education directs the following:
1.TikTok may not be installed or used on any MUS or university-owned devices, including but not limited to desktop computers, laptops, iPads, or cellular telephones. If TikTok is currently installed on any MUS or university-owned device, the application must be immediately removed from the device.
2.Campus Chief Information Officers (CIOs) shall block access to TikTok on MUS wired and wireless networks.
3.University-administered TikTok accounts must be suspended.
4.Campuses may provide exceptions to this directive for necessary education or research-related purposes upon approval of the campus CIO.
Clayton T. Christian
Commissioner of Higher Education