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TikTok Affiliate Shops Banned After Signing Up As A Seller | What To Do Now |

TikTok Affiliate Shops Banned After Signing Up As A Seller | What To Do Now

Welcome to Wellness Wednesday! Today, we’re taking a different path away from our usual discussions on mental, spiritual, and physical wellness. Instead, we’ll be addressing a pressing issue in the e-commerce world—violations and suspensions for TikTok shops. This topic arose due to the overwhelming response and concern from my last video on setting up TikTok shops with less than 5,000 followers.

Background on TikTok Shop Suspensions

If you've been navigating TikTok Shop, you might be aware that the platform often employs an algorithm to suspend and violate accounts. A notable incident occurred when TikTok banned several shops selling cups comparable to Stanley cups due to counterfeit issues. Nonetheless, some accounts were wrongfully penalized.

Common Violation and Suspension Issues

Here’s a common email many of you might have received:

This is to inform you that you have received a violation record due to we have noticed activity from your shop that violates our TikTok shop policies...as a result, your shop has been deactivated...

This notice is vague, repetitious, and doesn’t clearly explain the reason for the suspension. When you check your sales account, it will confirm the deactivation but restate the same vague reasons.

You’re allowed to appeal twice, but our observation shows the appeals process can be equally arbitrary.

Why is This Happening?

The surge in TikTok Shop popularity has led to numerous people setting up accounts, which not only overwhelms the system but also attracts illegal activities like identity theft. Consequently, TikTok's algorithm might be too stringent, mistakenly flagging legitimate new accounts as violators.

Recommendations

If you've just set up your TikTok Shop and received a violation, here's what to do:

  1. Appeal Sparingly: Do not waste your limited appeals unless you can provide the requested business documentation.
  2. Open a Support Ticket: If you're running an individual account, explain that the requested documents for the appeal do not apply to you, reiterating that you’re an individual and not a business.
  3. Patience and Persistence: You might need to wait for weeks until an actual human reviews your case and hopefully restores your account.

Future of TikTok Shops with Less than 5,000 Followers

Recently, information surfaced suggesting TikTok might retroactively suspend shops with less than 5,000 followers, especially if they display suspicious activity or haven't been active in sales.

Transferring Your Earnings

If your account is already functional, be mindful of transferring your earnings daily since suspended funds might be held up for as long as 90 days without guarantee of return.

Final Thoughts

For those still striving to get 5,000 followers, keep creating content to potentially boost your followers quickly. Do not get discouraged by potential setbacks; one viral post might be all you need to cross the threshold.

Keywords

  • TikTok Shop
  • Suspension
  • Violation
  • Algorithm
  • Appeals
  • Individual Account
  • Business Documentation
  • Transfer Earnings

FAQ

Q: What should I do if my TikTok Shop account gets suspended? A: Open a support ticket, explain that you’re an individual rather than a business, and keep the ticket open until an actual person addresses your issue.

Q: Can I appeal a TikTok Shop suspension? A: Yes, you can appeal twice, but it’s more effective for individuals to open a support ticket instead and explain the situation.

Q: Why is TikTok suspending so many accounts? A: An algorithm is used to combat illegal activities, but it can erroneously target legitimate new accounts, mistaking them for violators.

Q: What happens to my earnings if my account gets suspended? A: TikTok may hold your earnings for up to 90 days after which they might be released, but daily transferring of earnings is recommended to avoid losing access to your funds.

Q: Will TikTok shut down shops that were set up with less than 5,000 followers? A: There is a possibility that TikTok will review and potentially shut down such accounts based on activity and follower growth, although specific details and criteria are not fully disclosed.

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