I Tried the TikTok Shop Affiliate Program for 24 Hours

Over the last month, my YouTube feed has been inundated with TikTok Shop videos. Numerous recommendations about people's earnings and explanations about the program have flooded my screen, convincing me to give it a shot as the easiest way to make money in 2024. So, I decided to create my own TikTok Shop affiliate account.

My First 24 Hours: Results and Insights

I set up my account midday yesterday and was amazed to already see some results. Here are my earnings from the TikTok Shop Creator Center over the last 7 days:

Gross Earnings: $ 155.22
Estimated Commission: $ 22.55
Views: 6,800
Clicks: 519
Orders: 6

These numbers are a combination of what I've made from both yesterday and today.

Day One Breakdown

Focusing specifically on yesterday, I generated 6,800 views from two videos and earned the following:

Views: 6,800
Clicks: 519
Orders: 6
Earnings: $ 22.55

The two videos featured:

An eczema cream
Under-eye patches for dark circles

One video achieved around 5,000 views while the other got about 2,000 views.

Day Two and Beyond

Today, I've made another $ 25.74 so far, with only 4,400 views but more items sold compared to yesterday. To get accurate data, you have to go to the custom date range in TikTok Shop to see your real-time earnings, which is somewhat cumbersome.

My 24-hour results are as follows:

Total Orders: 11
Earnings: $ 47

Commission Rates

Eczema Cream: 20%
Under-Eye Patches: 20%

TikTok Shop offers more generous commission rates compared to Amazon Influencer Program, which provides between 2-4% commission. Some TikTok Shop products even go up to 40% commission.

Amazon Influencer Program Comparison

Last year, I made $ 43,440 on the Amazon Influencer Program, and so far this year, I've made an additional $ 584. This brings me close to $ 50,000 in my first year.

Both programs have similarities—in the Amazon Influencer Program, you make review videos of products around your home, and on TikTok Shop, you do the same, but the commission rates on TikTok Shop are higher.

Doubling Up

Interestingly, many TikTok Shop items are also available on Amazon. For instance, my under-eye mask video created for the Amazon Influencer Program in June 2023 has made me an additional $ 4 on TikTok Shop.

Payment Details

TikTok Shop has a 1-2 week waiting period before you can cash out, which is shorter compared to Amazon Influencer Program's over two-month waiting period.

Final Thoughts

With just two videos and my total earnings of $ 47 in 24 hours, the potential of TikTok Shop is undeniable. It's an excellent opportunity, especially for those already in the Amazon Influencer Program, making it possible to leverage content across platforms.

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FAQ

Q: What is the TikTok Shop Affiliate Program? A: The TikTok Shop Affiliate Program allows content creators to earn commissions by promoting products through videos on TikTok.

Q: How do I see my real-time earnings in the TikTok Shop Creator Center? A: You need to go to the custom date range settings and set it to today's date and tomorrow’s date to see your real-time earnings.

Q: What commission rates can I expect? A: Commission rates on TikTok Shop can range from 20% to 40%, which is significantly higher compared to the Amazon Influencer Program’s 2-4% commission rate.

Q: How long does it take to receive payment on TikTok Shop? A: TikTok Shop has a 1-2 week waiting period to ensure no returns before you can cash out your earnings.

Q: Can I use my Amazon Influencer content for TikTok Shop? A: Yes, you can leverage the same content for both platforms if the products are available on both TikTok Shop and Amazon.

Q: How many followers do I need to join TikTok Shop? A: Typically, you need about 5,000 followers, but there are ways to bypass this requirement that you can find through various online resources.