TikTok Monetization Requirements: Complete 2025 Guide
Everything you need to know about eligibility requirements for every TikTok monetization feature
TikTok Monetization Overview
TikTok offers multiple ways to earn money, each with different eligibility requirements. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of all monetization features and what you need to qualify.
📊 Quick Requirements Comparison
TikTok Creator Fund Requirements
The Creator Fund pays creators based on video views and engagement. It's TikTok's primary passive monetization program.
Age
18 years or older
Verified through account birthdate
Followers
10,000+ followers
Must be authentic, non-purchased followers
Video Views
100,000 views in last 30 days
Must be from original content, rolling window
Location
Eligible country
US, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain
Content Compliance
Follow Community Guidelines
No violations in past 90 days, original content only
💡 Pro Tip: Use our Creator Fund Calculator to estimate your potential earnings.
TikTok LIVE Gifts Requirements
Go LIVE and receive virtual gifts from viewers that convert to real money. Lower barrier to entry than Creator Fund.
✅ Basic Requirements
- • 18 years or older
- • 1,000+ followers
- • Available in your region
- • Account in good standing
💰 Earnings Details
- • Creators receive 50% of gift value
- • Minimum $50 withdrawal
- • Pay out to PayPal or bank
- • 7-14 day processing time
Timeline to Qualify: Most creators reach 1,000 followers in 2-4 months with consistent posting (3-5 videos per week).
TikTok Shop Affiliate Requirements
Promote products and earn commissions. Lowest barrier to entry for monetization.
US Region Requirements:
- ✅ 18 years or older
- ✅ 5,000+ followers
- ✅ US-based account
- ✅ Completed identity verification
UK & Southeast Asia Requirements:
- ✅ 18 years or older
- ✅ Often NO minimum follower count
- ✅ Account in eligible region
- ✅ Business or creator account
📊 Commission Rates by Category:
TikTok Brand Deals & Sponsorships
Work directly with brands for sponsored content. Requirements vary significantly by brand and niche.
Minimum Requirements for Entry-Level Deals:
Nano-Influencers (500-5K)
- • 500-5,000 followers
- • 5%+ engagement rate
- • Niche-specific audience
- • $50-$200 per post
Micro-Influencers (5K-50K)
- • 5,000-50,000 followers
- • 3%+ engagement rate
- • Consistent content quality
- • $200-$1,500 per post
TikTok Creator Marketplace Requirements:
TikTok's official platform connecting creators with brands:
- ✅ 18 years or older
- ✅ 100,000+ followers (recently lowered from 10K in some regions)
- ✅ 100,000+ likes in last 28 days
- ✅ Account in good standing
- ✅ Available in eligible country
Timeline: Zero to Monetization
Realistic timeline for reaching different monetization milestones with consistent effort:
0 Followers → TikTok Shop
Available immediately in most regions (UK, SEA) or at 5K followers (US)
0 → 500 Followers (Nano Brand Deals)
3-5 posts per week, niche content, engagement with community
0 → 1,000 Followers (LIVE Gifts)
5-7 posts per week, trend participation, consistent posting schedule
0 → 10,000 Followers (Creator Fund)
Daily posting, viral content strategy, strong engagement
0 → 100,000 Followers (Creator Marketplace)
Professional content, clear niche authority, community building
⚠️ Reality Check: These are average timelines. Results vary based on niche, content quality, posting consistency, and luck with viral videos. Some creators reach monetization faster, many take longer.