TikTok creator eligibility checker

Which TikTok money programs you qualify for today.

Quick answer

Creator Rewards needs 18+, 10,000 followers and 100,000 views in 30 days in an eligible country. LIVE gifts need 18+ and about 1,000 followers; Shop affiliate starts at 1,000 in the US and UK.

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Thresholds as of Nov 2026 from TikTok announcements and creator guides; TikTok changes them often and the app is the final word.

Program rules in 2026

  • Creator Rewards

    18+ · 10K followers · 100K views / 30 days

    Personal accounts in eligible countries. Only original videos longer than one minute earn.

  • LIVE, Subscription, Series

    LIVE gifts need 18+ and about 1,000 followers. Subscription and Series start at 10,000 followers.

  • TikTok Shop affiliate

    US and UK creators can apply from 1,000 followers. In the US, accounts under 5,000 start in a limited 30-day pilot.

Frequently asked questions

How many followers do you need to get paid on TikTok?

1,000 for LIVE gifts and Shop affiliate, 10,000 for Creator Rewards, Subscription and Series.

Can business accounts join Creator Rewards?

No. The Creator Rewards Program is for personal accounts.

Is Creator Rewards available in my country?

It runs in a limited set of countries, including the US, UK, Germany, France, Japan, South Korea and Brazil. Check TikTok Studio.

Where do I apply?

Open TikTok Studio › Monetization. Programs you qualify for show an apply button.