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TikTok Ads · Status at source date: Limited rollout

TikTok Symphony adds longer videos with Seedance 2.5

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IN BRIEF

TikTok says Symphony with Seedance 2.5 supports videos up to 30 seconds and up to 50 image, video or audio references. Access is rolling out to selected paid advertisers in selected markets.

TikTok Ads: TikTok Symphony adds longer videos with Seedance 2.5
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What changed

The 3 August announcement also describes timestamp-specific creative direction. TikTok names Creative Studio and Symphony Automations as access points, without listing every eligible market.

THE COLLECTIVE PERSPECTIVE

Why it matters for advertisers

Longer generation and more references can change how you prepare a creative brief. Check access before planning production around these limits.

What to check next

  • Check whether the upgrade is available in your account.
  • Prepare references you have permission to use.
  • Review generated product details before using a video in an ad.
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Sources & contributor credit

  1. Official announcement · TikTok for Business

    Publisher announcement. Capabilities and access were not tested in an advertiser account.

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