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How to Submit Creator Appeals

06/24/2026

Applies to:United States

AI Summary

If a TikTok Shop content violation seems wrong, creators can appeal once within 30 days via Creator Health Rating > Violations > Appeal. Keep the video public during review, submit a clear explanation plus relevant supporting documents, and use English documents for faster handling. TikTok Shop aims to decide within 7 business days; successful appeals remove enforcement and restore privileges, while unsuccessful ones are final.

This guide explains what to do when you believe an enforcement action was taken in error. It is intended to help you successfully navigate the appeals process for a fair review.\n\nApplicability\nThis appeals process is for creators appealing enforcement actions for content violations. It applies to all regions where TikTok Shop is available.
Key Appeal Steps at a Glance
  1. Locate the violation on your Creator Health Rating page.
  2. Prepare all required supporting documents.
  3. Submit the appeal within 30 days.
TikTok Shop takes action against creators who violate our policies. These enforcement actions, which can include the withdrawal of privileges, are detailed in our TikTok Shop Content Policy. If you believe an enforcement action was taken in error, you may file an appeal. TikTok Shop will then investigate the case and take corrective actions where applicable.

How can I initiate an appeal?

If you believe a violation or enforcement action was made in error, you may submit an appeal. You can find your violations on the Creator Health Rating page, which provides an overview of your account's performance against our policies.
To submit an appeal:
  1. Go to the TikTok Shop for Creators page
  2. Select Creator Health Rating
  3. Go to Violations and select the specific Violation
  4. Scroll to the bottom of the page and select Appeal
Note: Please ensure your video remains public while your appeal is under review.

What documents are needed for an appeal?

Creators are responsible for collecting and preparing all supporting documents that may be required for a case investigation, including:
  • A clear explanation of why they feel that the enforcement action was taken against them in error
  • Any additional materials or information required by TikTok Shop
  • The table below lists the required supporting documents for some of the violation types creators might face. Please include only those documents that are directly relevant to the specific violation.
Tip: All appeal documentation and authorization letters must be submitted in English to ensure faster resolution and a full understanding of your request.
Violation Type
Supporting Documents Required
Minor Safety
  • Proof that the creator is not a minor, such as:
  • Copy of US ID Card
  • Copy of Passport
  • Copy of Driver's License
  • Copy of Green Card
Unoriginal Content
To submit an appeal, you must either :
(A) provide proof of ownership of the content OR(B) provide authorization documents showing that you have permission to post the content on behalf of the rightful owner.
Below are the details for both options:
A) Proof of Ownership:To demonstrate personal ownership of the content, please provide all of the following:
  1. Photo of the LIVE stream host/creator posing in the liveroom/video setting (if present) AND
  2. Background of the film set, which can prove it is the same environment where they conducted the live / video setting. AND
  3. At least 1 physical product that is promoted in the film set/video setting. AND
  4. Filming equipment (for example, ring light, camera, laptop, tripod, and phone) that was used to film the LIVE stream/video
    • Filming equipment refers to the equipment that is used to film the video / LIVE stream.
    • Editing programs are not considered filming equipment
B) Proof of Authorization:Authorization Letter:
  • Authorisation letter that states that the original creator authorises the other party to utilise the content.
  • Authorisation letter should include the following depending on the scenarios:
    1. Collaboration/ Authorization Relationship between 2 Parties
      1. Both parties' User IDs (UIDs)/handles
      2. Video ID(s) that they are allowed to use
        • If they are allowed to use all the content, it should be clearly stated
        • If specific video IDs are listed, the original video ID should be included within the list
      3. Original creator's signature/ company stamps
  1. Original creator's UID/ handle
  2. List of creators using original content's UIDs / handles
    1. Suspected unoriginal content creator information should be part of the list
  3. Video ID(s) that they are allowed to use
    1. If they are allowed to use all the content, it should be clearly stated
    2. If specific video IDs are listed, the original video ID should be included within the list
  4. Original creator's signature/ company stamp
  1. Authorization Across Multiple Parties
    Content with Animals
    • Proof that the products used or demonstrated on animals in the content are products intended for animals or pets

    How long does the appeals process take?

    Each violation is eligible to be appealed once within 30 calendar days after the violation notification is sent to the creator. TikTok Shop will make a decision regarding the appeal outcome within 7 business days.
    All decisions made by TikTok Shop are made at our sole discretion and are final after the appeal is finalized.
    • If the appeal is successful, TikTok Shop will remove any enforcement actions issued and restore any withdrawn privileges.
    • If the appeal is unsuccessful, TikTok Shop may continue the enforcements issued and the withdrawal of privileges.
    Do I need to keep my video public while my appeal is being reviewed?Yes. Please ensure your video remains public throughout the appeal review process so our team can properly assess your content.

    When will points added or deducted be reset?

    Points added to or deducted from your Creator Health Rating will be reset after 90 days.\n• Each point added to your rating is valid for 90 days.\n• Point deductions from your rating will also reset after 90 days.

    What can I do to prevent violations and enforcement actions?

    Visit the Policy Center regularly to stay updated with our policies and review the Creator Health Rating page frequently.
    Use these features to prevent violations:
    • • Video Pre-Check Tool: The Video Pre-Check Tool helps you check your videos for potential content issues before posting them. This tool is available in your TikTok Shop Toolkit, which is a set of in-app features to help you create content. For instructions, refer to the How to Use the Video Pre-Check Tool article.
    • • Product Selection Risk Reminder: When binding a product to your content, you will receive a reminder about the most common content violations associated with that product type. This feature enables you to review your content for these common violations before you post it.
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