TikTok has been shut down.

The popular social video app has been shut down in the United States as the divestment bill is set to become law at midnight on January 19.

When The Hollywood Reporter opened the app around 10:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, a message popped up: "Sorry, TikTok is currently unavailable."

"The United States has enacted laws banning TikTok, which unfortunately means you can't use TikTok now," it continued. “We are fortunate that President Trump has said he will work with us on solutions to restore TikTok once he takes office, so stay tuned!

Users can then choose to close the app, or click "Learn More," which will direct them to the TikTok website.

The Biden administration has said that "action to implement this law must rest with the next administration that takes office on Monday."

However, as the law took effect on Sunday, TikTok chose to shut down rather than risk enforcement. President Trump, who will be sworn in on Monday, said Friday he was looking for a solution to keep the app alive.

he told NBC Meet the media He is "likely" to sign a 90-day extension, which could give him and TikTok owner ByteDance time to find a solution.

"The Supreme Court's decision was expected and everyone must respect it," Trump said in a statement on Friday. "My decision on TikTok will be made in the near future, but I must have time." Review status. Stay tuned! ”

In response, TikTok CEO Shou Chew posted a video thanking Trump for his support, but he stopped short of saying the app would remain online.

"I want to thank President Trump for his commitment to working with us to find solutions that will keep TikTok available in the United States," he said. "This is a strong stance for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship."

TikTok employees have been working as if the app will run as normal throughout the week, according to a source at the company.

A memo was sent via Slack earlier this week explaining that TikTok is a global brand and does not need the United States to continue to operate successfully. There's no indication of what will happen to specific "TikTok US" employees.

That said, sources say the mood within the company is "tense and confused."

But despite all the political posturing, TikTok remains in the dark, and time is running out to find solutions to get it back online.