How do I set up a TikTok Shop US account?

Written by

Pascal Blake

Note

The TikTok Shop x Printify integration is currently limited to US-based merchants and supports shipping within the United States. You can only use US-based Print Providers to publish products on this sales channel.

To get started with selling products on TikTok, you need to set up a TikTok seller’s account using your existing TikTok account or by signing up with a phone number and email address.

Step 1: Sign up for TikTok Shop US

Start by signing up for a TikTok seller’s account with your phone number and email address, or use an existing TikTok account. You’ll need to set up a separate seller’s account even if you already have a regular TikTok account.

TikTok signup page.

Step 2: Document preparation

Before continuing, make sure all verification and business documents are prepared correctly. TikTok has strict document review requirements, and improperly formatted or edited files are one of the most common reasons applications get rejected.

If you decide to use a photo for IDs and business documents etc, do not have shadow, reflection, highlights, blocks on the surface. Show the entire image without having any edge bend, missing, or covered. Lay all documents flat, especially for passport.
Do not edit, crop, resize, change anything on documents you submitted, keep it as original.
Set all documents you submitted uneditable, preferably using JPG or JPEG format.
- For example, some IRS EIN PDFs are editable by default and may be flagged as altered documents.
If you still get rejected with "altered" document, print the document out and take pictures for upload.
Make sure the documents you submitted have the same name + address as the shop registration record.

Step 3: Add business information

Select your business type. There are several types of sellers:

An individual seller refers to a person who is not a business entity but offers goods for sale as an individual.
A business seller (any of the other options) refers to a legally authorized business entity that offers goods for sale.

Both business types are compatible with our TikTok integration.

Tip

Learn more about the seller registration requirements by visiting this article on the TikTok Shop Academy.

Business type selection page in TikTok.

Step 4: Add seller information

In this step, you will need to provide information about yourself.

Individual sellers need to submit a US passport or driver’s license, along with a US taxpayer ID during this step.
Business sellers need to provide a company registration document, as well as a US passport or driver’s license.

Note

You will be asked to provide a bank account later to receive payments, make sure it is in the same name as the company or individual you provide.

Seller information step in TikTok registration.

Step 5: Add your shop information

Choose a unique name for your shop. Check the TikTok Shop Name Guidelines for more information.

Add the relevant business details and choose the primary product/service type of your shop. If you plan to sell apparel, choose either “Womenswear & Underwear” or “Menswear & Underwear”. This selection is solely for registration purposes and does not restrict the types of products you can sell in your store.

Shop Information step in TikTok registration.

Finally, click Submit to complete the registration process. After completing these steps, it can take 1-2 days for your account to be reviewed by TikTok.

Note

As a marketplace safety measure, TikTok sellers are required to verify their accounts within 7 days of registration. Please click on the provided link and follow the instructions to complete the ID verification process: https://seller-us.tiktok.com/qualification

Once your account is created, you can start setting up your TikTok Shop and connecting it to Printify.