What changed
TikTok announced new comment formats on September 3, 2026, including voice recordings, creator polls, and photo carousels. Polls are available globally, while voice and carousel comments are being introduced through a global rollout.
Why it matters
These formats could make replies more expressive and help creators gather clearer audience choices. Availability differs by feature, however, and voice comments are restricted to users aged eighteen or older during the announced rollout.
What users will notice
- Eligible adult accounts can record voice comments lasting up to sixty seconds as the feature rolls out globally.
- Creators can add polls to comments on their own videos, offering up to five choices with a voting deadline.
- Photo carousel comments will allow up to nine images in one reply as the announced global rollout progresses.
What to watch next
TikTok described a rollout lasting the following month for voice and carousel comments. Readers should check which controls appear on their account and watch for any further clarification of eligibility or changes to feature availability.
Source check
This report draws on TikTok Newsroom’s September 3 announcement about voice comments, polls, and carousels, including its age requirements and rollout conditions.