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TikTok Creator Fund Tehcnical Error Message! Thanks For Applying

Introduction

Hey guys, it’s Quincy here, and today we’re addressing a common problem many TikTok enthusiasts are facing when applying for the TikTok Creator Fund. If you’ve been trying to join the Creator Fund but keep seeing messages like "Thanks for applying, you may reapply again within 30 days" or other error messages, this article is for you. Here, I’ll break down the top five reasons you might be encountering these issues. One of these reasons is particularly crucial, so stay tuned till the end!

1. Authentic Followers

To qualify for the TikTok Creator Fund, you need more than just 10,000 followers. Those followers must be authentic. TikTok has mechanisms to detect non-genuine followers, such as those purchased through third-party services. Having authentic followers means your following must be from genuine TikTok users.

What Does Authentic Mean?

According to Google, "authentic" means of undisputed origin. TikTok verifies the originality of your followers through your account’s analytics. If your followers are real and organically acquired through TikTok, you’re good to go. If you have bought followers, this could be the reason you’re facing issues.

2. U.S. Residency

The TikTok Creator Fund is currently available only to users residing in the U.S. Access through a VPN (Virtual Private Network) can allow you to use TikTok as if you were in the U.S., but TikTok can detect this. If you're not physically in the U.S., you will encounter errors when applying.

3. Account Standing

Your account must be in good standing to qualify for the Creator Fund. If your account has been banned in the past or if you’ve recently violated community guidelines, this could prevent you from qualifying. Even minor violations such as being banned from live streaming due to accidental infractions can affect your application.

Example Scenario

Imagine you were live-streaming and an underage family member appeared on camera. Even if it was an innocent mistake, TikTok’s quality assurance may flag it, resulting in an automatic ban. If your account is not clear of violations, this might be the problem.

4. Linked Digital Payment

To apply for the TikTok Creator Fund, you must have a valid digital payment account linked to your TikTok account. This payment method should ideally be a PayPal account you’ve linked either from going live or by collecting gifts on your lives.

Existing Setup

If you’ve been going live and collecting gifts, you likely already have a payment method linked. If you’ve not gone live and therefore don’t have a digital payment method linked, you will need to start going live to set this up. Note that you need to accumulate $ 50 within 60 days before being able to add a payment method.

5. Consistent Video Views

This is the major point many people overlook. You must have had at least 10,000 video views over the last 30 days before applying. It’s not enough to hit 10,000 views on a single video; your overall video views in the past 30 days must total at least 10,000.

Continuous 30-Day Rolling Window

Remember, every day is part of a new 30-day period. Your video views must continuously meet this threshold over rolling 30-day periods.

Keywords

  • TikTok Creator Fund
  • Technical error
  • Authentic followers
  • U.S. residency
  • Account standing
  • Linked digital payment
  • Consistent video views
  • 30-day rolling window

FAQ

Q1. What does 'authentic followers' mean in the context of TikTok Creator Fund? A1. Authentic followers are real, genuine followers that have been organically acquired through TikTok, not purchased or obtained through artificial means.

Q2. Can I use a VPN to apply for the TikTok Creator Fund if I’m not in the U.S.? A2. No, you must physically reside in the U.S. TikTok can detect VPN usage and will flag your application accordingly.

Q3. How does account standing affect my application for the Creator Fund? A3. Your TikTok account must be free from any bans or violations of community guidelines to be eligible for the Creator Fund.

Q4. Do I need a linked payment account before applying for the Creator Fund? A4. Yes, a valid digital payment account, ideally PayPal, must be linked to your TikTok account to qualify for the Creator Fund.

Q5. What if I have one viral video with 10,000 views? Will I qualify for the Creator Fund? A5. No, you must have a cumulative 10,000 video views over the past 30 days, not just on a single video. Your total video views should meet this requirement in a rolling 30-day window.

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