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TikTok Shop Affiliate Marketing Just Got Easier! (New Free Product Method)

Introduction

I managed to earn nearly $ 5,000 testing the TikTok Shop affiliate program. It was a great experience, but replicating the success of those first viral videos has been challenging. Recently, TikTok tightened its policies and terminated many accounts that exploited the seller account workaround. My account has not been shut down yet, so I continue to test new strategies and share my findings.

New Method for Acquiring Free Products

There’s an exciting feature I've been testing that allows you to get free products for review without spending any money. While I previously worked with product owners to get free samples for TikTok reviews, TikTok itself now offers a way to obtain products directly.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Access TikTok Shop:

    • Open TikTok and go to the TikTok Shop icon.

  2. Manage Samples:

    • Scroll down and select "Manage Samples".
    • Check your points and levels here.

  3. Earn Points:

    • Levels are earned by getting free samples from product owners and successfully reviewing them.
    • Once you reach level three, you get awarded points. I received 880,000 points at this level.

  4. Redeem Points:

    • Use these points to get products from the marketplace.
    • For example, an Etch City Food Nutrition Scale might cost 39,990 points.
    • Click the "Select" button for products you have enough points for.

  5. Advance Levels:

    • Post reviews of the free products to unlock the next level.
    • Higher levels award more points for acquiring additional products.

Points, Products, and Reviews

From the marketplace, you can select products that meet your interest and are worth reviewing. Using the points, these products will be sent to you for free. Upon reaching higher levels, you can unlock more points and thus more products. This not only gets you free products but also increases your chances of earning from viral reviews.

TikTok's Policy Inconsistencies

Despite these incentives, TikTok recently crippled many influencers trying to use the platform. They are simultaneously encouraging people to review products and then shutting down accounts, leaving many confused. While my account remains active, I aim to explore and share insights on how to navigate these policies.

TikTok’s Future in the US

There’s also a conversation around TikTok being potentially banned in the US. This raises concerns about whether it's worth investing time and effort into this platform. Please share your thoughts on this matter in the comments.

Product Selection Score

Be mindful of TikTok's product selection score (PSS), which affects your video visibility. Choose products with high scores to maintain a good PSS, ensuring your reviews get more reach and, presumably, pushing quality products to your audience.

Conclusion

Share your experiences and thoughts in the comments. Are you using the TikTok Shop affiliate program? Have you acquired free products using their point system? Let me know if this content interests you and if you'd like to see more on this topic.

Keywords

  • TikTok Shop
  • Affiliate marketing
  • Free products
  • Product reviews
  • Points system
  • Viral videos
  • Policy changes
  • Product selection score
  • Account termination
  • US TikTok ban

FAQ

Q1: How do I access the TikTok Shop? A: Open TikTok and go to the TikTok Shop icon.

Q2: How do I manage my samples and points in TikTok Shop? A: Scroll down to "Manage Samples" within the TikTok Shop to check your points and levels.

Q3: How do I earn points to get free products? A: Earn points by reaching new levels, which are achieved by getting free samples from product owners and successfully reviewing them.

Q4: Why did TikTok terminate some affiliate accounts? A: TikTok recently cracked down on accounts exploiting the seller account workaround, though the specific reasons for account terminations are unclear.

Q5: What is a product selection score (PSS)? A: PSS is a score given to products in the TikTok marketplace. Choosing products with high scores can affect your video visibility positively.

Q6: Is TikTok expected to be banned in the US? A: There are ongoing discussions about TikTok's potential ban in the US. Share your thoughts on whether this might happen and how it might affect you.

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