How to Enable Monetization on TikTok?

TikTok is not just for entertainment — it's a platform to make money from your content. Below are the key ways to monetize, requirements, and tips for success.

Jun 6, 2025 - 07:44
How to Enable Monetization on TikTok?

1. TikTok Creator Fund

What is it?
Official TikTok program paying creators based on video views.

Requirements:

  • Age 18+

  • At least 10,000 followers

  • 100,000+ views in the last 30 days

  • Pro account (Creator type)

  • Must live in an eligible country (e.g., USA, UK, Germany)

How to apply:
TikTok → Settings → Creator Tools → Creator Fund → Apply if eligible

2. Brand Collaborations (Ads)

Brands pay creators to promote products/services in videos.

Where to find brands?

  • TikTok Creator Marketplace

  • Contact via email or social media

  • Instagram or LinkedIn

Tip:
Work with brands relevant to your niche.

3. TikTok LIVE & Gifts

Fans can send virtual gifts during live streams — which you can convert to money.

Requirements:

  • Age 18+

  • At least 1,000 followers

  • Account must have live access

4. Sell Your Own Products/Services

  • Physical goods (clothes, accessories)

  • Online services (consulting, teaching)

  • Digital items (ebooks, courses)

How:

  • Add a store link in bio (e.g., Linktree)

  • Create promotional videos

5. Affiliate Marketing

Promote others' products using your affiliate links and earn commission.

Platforms:

  • Amazon Affiliates

  • ClickBank

  • Admitad

  • AliExpress Affiliate

Put links in bio, mention in videos.

6. Drive Traffic to Other Platforms

  • YouTube, Instagram, Telegram

  • Patreon, Boosty – for fan donations

Success Tips:

  • Post regularly (3–5 times/week)

  • Use trending sounds and hashtags

  • Improve video quality (lighting, editing)

  • Engage with your audience

  • Track analytics and try different formats

Important:

  • Don’t use copyrighted content

  • Breaking TikTok rules = shadowban or account removal