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TikTok Shop affiliate requirements checker

See if you can earn commission on TikTok Shop.

Quick answer

US and UK creators need to be 18+ with about 1,000 followers. In the US, accounts under 5,000 followers start in a 30-day pilot with limits; 5,000+ get full access.

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A Shop official account is linked to your own seller shop.
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Rules as of Nov 2026 from creator and agency guides, which differ in detail; TikTok Shop for Creator shows the final threshold for your account.

TikTok Shop affiliate rules

  • United States

    18+, US-based, ID verified, at least 1,000 followers. Under 5,000 you start in a 30-day pilot with limits on shoppable posts and shops; 5,000+ get the full marketplace.

  • United Kingdom

    18+ and about 1,000 followers, with an account in good standing.

  • Seller accounts

    A Shop official account linked to your own shop can post shoppable videos for your products with no follower minimum.

Frequently asked questions

How many followers do you need for TikTok Shop affiliate?

About 1,000 in the US and UK. US accounts need 5,000 for full access; below that you start in a pilot.

Can I join TikTok Shop affiliate under 18?

No. All markets require affiliates to be at least 18.

How long does approval take?

Usually a few business days after ID verification.

Related free tools

→TikTok Shop commission calculatorWhat an affiliate earns per sale.→TikTok Shop seller requirementsWhat you need to open a shop.→TikTok creator eligibility checkerWhich TikTok money programs you qualify for.
Updated ·By the Deviantly data team

Sources: Creators Agency: TikTok Shop affiliate requirements 2026 · Hubfluence: TikTok Shop affiliate under 5,000 followers · Hubfluence: TikTok Shop UK guide · Tabcut: how to become a TikTok Shop affiliate in the US and UK