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How Many Followers YOU ACTUALLY NEED for TikTok Shop Affiliate

How Many Followers YOU ACTUALLY NEED for TikTok Shop Affiliate

Understanding the TikTok Shop Affiliate Program can be a bit confusing, especially with the changes in follower requirements. Originally, the requirement was 5,000 followers, then it was lowered to 1,000, and now it appears to be returning to 5,000 followers for most users. Let's dive into the official guidelines to clear up any confusion.

Official Guidelines

Here are the requirements to become a TikTok Shop Creator, according to TikTok's official guidelines:

Basic Requirements

  1. Age: You need to be at least 18 years old.
  2. Followers: A minimum of 5,000 followers is generally required.

However, there's an important detail to note. TikTok is piloting a program for a select group of creators, temporarily lowering the follower requirements from 5,000 to 1,000. These creators will automatically be presented with the signup page and can self-enroll. If you have 1,000+ followers but are not directed to the signup page, you are not part of this pilot program, and this decision cannot be appealed.

Additional Requirements

  1. Non-Political: You must not be a government, politician, or political party account.
  2. Compliance: You need to comply with TikTok's policies and guidelines.
  3. Clean Record: You should have no prior record of having e-commerce permissions revoked by TikTok Shop.

Types of Creator Accounts

For those interested in becoming an affiliate, here are the details:

Affiliate Creators

  • Access: You will have access to the affiliate product marketplace.
  • Follower Count: Must have a minimum of 5,000 followers.
  • Application Process: You must self-apply to be a TikTok Shop Creator. Once qualified, you can apply through a button on your profile.
  • Policy Updates: Policies are subject to change, so bookmark the official guidelines page.

Growing Your Followers

Regardless of whether the follower requirement is 5,000 or 1,000, here are three main methods to help you gain followers:

  1. Buying an Account: Purchase an account that already has the required follower count.
  2. Paid Ads: Run paid ads to your posts.
  3. Organic Growth: Post content consistently to grow your account organically.

For detailed guidance on these methods, you can check out my other videos where I walk you through each step. Links to these videos are available in the description.

If you have any questions, feel free to drop a comment below.

Keywords

  • TikTok Shop
  • Affiliate Program
  • Followers Requirement
  • Creator Eligibility
  • Organic Growth
  • Paid Ads
  • Buying Followers
  • Policies and Guidelines

FAQ

What are the basic requirements to become a TikTok Shop creator?

You need to be at least 18 years old and have a minimum of 5,000 followers.

Is the follower requirement always 5,000?

Currently, the standard requirement is 5,000 followers, but TikTok is piloting a program that temporarily lowers this to 1,000 for a select group of creators.

Can I appeal if I am not part of the pilot program for the 1,000 followers requirement?

No, the decision cannot be appealed.

Yes, you must not be a government, politician, or political party account, and you need to comply with TikTok’s policies and have no prior record of e-commerce permissions being revoked.

How can I grow my followers to meet the requirements?

You can buy an account with the required followers, run paid ads, or grow your account organically by posting regularly.

Where can I find more information or updates on the policies?

Bookmark the official guidelines page on TikTok, as it will be updated with any policy changes.

Feel free to leave a comment if you have any further questions!

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