TikTok Shop fees at a glance
- Referral fee: 6% for most categories, 5% for fine jewelry and pre-owned goods.
- It covers all TikTok fees except shipping and tax, with no separate payment processing fee.
- Affiliate commission is set by you and paid to creators on sales they drive.
- Refunds: TikTok keeps 20% of the referral fee, at most $5 per SKU.
An example order
A $40.00 item sold through a creator on a 15% commission, costing $12.00 plus $5.00 shipping: TikTok takes $2.40, the creator $6.00, and you keep $14.60.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to sell on TikTok Shop?
There is no monthly fee. You pay a referral fee of 6% per completed order in most categories, plus any affiliate commission you offer and your own shipping costs.
Where do the rates come from?
From TikTok Shop Academy’s US referral fee pages, linked on the calculator with the date they were last checked.
