TikTok began restoring its services in the United States on Sunday after a ban which lasted merely 14-hours, following an announcement by President-elect Donald Trump that the app would be revived under his administration.

The app, which boasts over 170 million American users, had gone offline early Sunday but started coming back online later that evening.

“Frankly, we have no choice. We have to save it,” Trump declared during a rally on Sunday ahead of his inauguration.

He announced plans for a joint venture to restore the app’s services in the country, emphasizing TikTok’s significance for users and small businesses alike.

In a message to its users, TikTok expressed gratitude for Trump’s intervention, stating, “As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.”

The platform also reassured its users and service providers, saying it had received the necessary assurances to continue operations without facing penalties.

Initially, U.S. users reported limited access to TikTok’s website and a basic version of the app, while it remained unavailable for download on app stores.

TikTok issued a statement acknowledging the situation, noting that the restoration process was underway in collaboration with its service providers.

“We are in the process of restoring service and thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers,” the company said, highlighting the platform’s importance for over 7 million small businesses in the U.S.

The developments came after Trump hinted at a 90-day reprieve for TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, to either sell its U.S. operations to a non-Chinese buyer or face a ban. Speaking to NBC News on Saturday, Trump indicated that an extension of the deadline was “most likely” but had not yet been finalized.

“The 90-day extension is something that will most likely be done because it’s appropriate,” Trump said. “We have to look at it carefully. It’s a very big situation.”

TikTok’s temporary ban and subsequent restoration come amid ongoing debates over data security and national interests. The app, known for its short-form videos and significant influence on social media culture, has faced scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers over its ties to China.