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How to Start Dropshipping on TikTok Shop UK & US WITHOUT Getting BANNED

Introduction

In today's tutorial, we'll walk you through how to start dropshipping on TikTok Shop if you're based in the UK or the US while staying compliant with TikTok’s terms of service. This guide covers creating a TikTok Shop, connecting to local suppliers, importing products, and fulfilling orders.

Creating Your TikTok Shop

First, you'll need to create a TikTok Shop. It's free and straightforward. Search for "TikTok Shop Seller Center" on Google and sign up for an account. Choose either the UK or the US and fill in the required information, including uploading a form of ID such as a passport or driver’s license. Once your ID is verified, your TikTok Shop will be ready for business.

Connecting to Local Suppliers

Go to your TikTok Shop homepage, find "Apps and Services" on the left-hand side, and select the "App and Service Store". Here you'll find apps permitted by TikTok Shop, like Avasam and CJ Dropshipping.

Using Avasam Dropshipping Marketplace

Avasam is a reliable supplier for both UK and US-based sellers. You can install Avasam by clicking on it in the app store. Once installed, you need to visit the Avasam homepage and sign up for an account. Note that Avasam has subscription plans starting at around $ 20/£24 per month, which allow you to list and fulfill a limited number of products.

Integrating Avasam with TikTok Shop

After setting up your Avasam account, connect it to your TikTok shop by navigating to the "Apps and Service Store" and selecting Avasam. Authorize it and then log in with your Avasam credentials. Select the default warehouse and click on "Next".

Importing Products

To import products, go to Avasam’s product search page and use filters to choose your country (UK or US) and the TikTok marketplace. Click "Search Products". You can further narrow down products using categories. Click on "Source Product" for a product you want to list.

Listing Products on TikTok Shop

Before listing, upgrade your Avasam plan if necessary. Once upgraded, navigate to the "Listing Manager" in Avasam, select your TikTok shop, and click on "List" next to the product you wish to import. The product should appear in your TikTok Shop under "Manage Products".

Setting Up Your Warehouse and Shipping

  1. Warehouse Settings: Set your home address as the default warehouse in TikTok Shop.
  2. Shipping Template: Create a shipping template in the "Shipping" section. Enter weight ranges and shipping costs based on your products.
  3. Mapping Shipping Options: In Avasam, go to "Sales Channel Integrations" and map your TikTok shop shipping options to those of Avasam.
  4. SKU Mapping: Enable "Automap SKUs" in Avasam.

Fulfilling Orders

When an order is placed on your TikTok Shop, it syncs automatically to Avasam. Go to the Avasam order section to view and manage these orders. Ensure your payment settings in Avasam are configured for automated order fulfillment.

Tracking and Managing Orders

After an order is dispatched, Avasam updates the tracking information in TikTok Shop automatically. If not, manually add the tracking info by copying it from Avasam.

Additional Tips for US Sellers

US-based sellers can use CJ Dropshipping via the TikTok shop app store. Connect your TikTok shop to the CJ Dropshipping US warehouse to import products compliant with TikTok’s policies.

By following these steps, you can start dropshipping on TikTok Shop in the UK and the US without violating their terms of service.

Keywords

  • TikTok Shop
  • Dropshipping
  • UK and US
  • Avasam
  • CJ Dropshipping
  • Product Import
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Shipping Template

FAQ

  1. Is it free to create a TikTok Shop? Yes, creating a TikTok Shop is completely free.

  2. Can I use suppliers like AliExpress? No, dropshipping from China through AliExpress or Alibaba on TikTok Shop is prohibited for UK and US sellers.

  3. What is Avasam? Avasam is a dropshipping supplier with warehouses in various countries, including the UK and the US.

  4. Do I need to pay for Avasam? Yes, Avasam has subscription plans starting at around $ 20/£24 per month.

  5. How do orders sync between TikTok Shop and Avasam? Orders placed on TikTok Shop are automatically synced to Avasam within 10-15 minutes.

  6. What if my TikTok orders don’t sync with Avasam? Ensure the "Shipped via Platform" option is turned off in TikTok Shop shipping settings.

  7. Can I use CJ Dropshipping if I'm based in the US? Yes, US sellers can connect their TikTok Shop to CJ Dropshipping’s US warehouse.

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