IT is no mystery that 'pfp' stands for profile picture on TikTok and many other social media platforms.
However, a new trend is quickly emerging that is turning the generic 'pfp' into more than just a photo of yourself.
Why should I care about my profile picture?
Choose wisely - a 'pfp' can say a lot about you in subtle ways.
User profile pictures have become more than just a way to show off your physical appearance.
It has now become a form of expression; a deeper dive into a user's personality.
Being that TikTok is primarily video content, user 'pfps' becomes static representations of identity.
An individual can choose to post a picture of him or herself, or a photo that characterizes a trait, hobby or interest of their's.
For instance, users could post a 'pfp' of a cartoon character that they feel closely resembles them or a profile picture of a celebrity they admire.
Profile pictures can also allude to causes or organizations that a user strongly supports.
Overall, 'pfps' can help users find like-minded people within their TikTok communities.
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What is the 'pfp' hashtag on TikTok?
The 'pfp' hashtag has become a way users share content relating to profile pictures on the TikTok platform.
TikTokers add the 'pfp' hashtag to videos that contain a variety of similar profile pictures which can be screenshotted and used for one's own "PFP."
Certain videos include "pfp for girls with black hair" or "pfps for anime lovers."
How to use the 'pfp' hashtag:
To use the 'pfp' hashtag, all you have to do is create TikTok videos with usable profile pictures that relate to certain fanbases, hobbies, interests, etc.
Once you've done that, tag #pfp and the trend, for example, #anime or #blackhair.
This hashtag could help another user find a 'pfp' they identify with.
What fanbase 'pfp' are trending?
Profile pictures are ever-changing according to trending topics on social media and communities within these platforms.
Some trending 'pfps' include cute baby hamsters, PowerPuff Girl icons, singer-songwriter, Lana Del Ray, etc.
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Individuals within certain fanbases will often change their profile pictures to the same 'pfp' to signify their admiration for a certain celebrity or band.
Others will change their 'pfps' to match the current trends just for fun.
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