You don’t need your own products to make money on TikTok. The platform now makes it easy to sell other people’s products through features like TikTok Shop, affiliate marketing, and brand partnerships. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned creator, you can earn commissions simply by promoting items from other sellers.
This guide explains every method, how to get started, and tips for maximizing your earnings.
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Sell Through TikTok Shop Affiliate Program
The TikTok Shop Affiliate Program is the easiest and most popular way to sell other people’s products on the app.
How it works
You promote products from sellers inside TikTok Shop, and when someone buys through your link or tagged product, you earn a commission.
How to get started
- Open TikTok
- Go to Profile
- Tap the ☰ menu → Creator tools
- Select TikTok Shop or Affiliate Center
- Choose Product Marketplace
- Browse thousands of products from sellers
- Add products to your Affiliate Inventory
How to promote products
- Post videos featuring the products
- Tag products directly in your videos
- Add your affiliate products to your TikTok Shop window
- Use trending sounds or challenges to boost visibility
How you get paid
You earn a percentage commission each time someone buys through your tag or shop page.
- Promote Products Using Affiliate Links
If TikTok Shop isn’t available in your country, you can still sell other people’s products through external affiliate programs.
Popular affiliate programs
- Amazon Associates
- ClickBank
- ShareASale
- CJ Affiliate
- AliExpress Affiliate Program
How to promote affiliate links on TikTok
TikTok doesn’t allow clickable links in most video captions, but you can use:
- The link in your bio
- Your Linktree page
- A website or landing page
- A call-to-action like:
“Link in bio!”
“Check my profile for the product!”
How you earn
You earn a commission every time someone purchases through your affiliate link.
- Work With Brands Through Sponsored Posts
You can also sell someone else’s product by partnering with brands directly.
How it works
A brand pays you to create a TikTok video promoting their product to your audience.
How to get brand deals
- Join TikTok Creator Marketplace (TCM)
- Grow your niche audience
- Reach out to brands directly
- Create product-style videos to show your skill
What you earn
Brands may pay through:
- Flat fees
- Free products
- Performance-based bonuses
- Become a UGC (User-Generated Content) Creator
UGC allows you to make product videos without posting them on your own TikTok account.
How UGC works
Brands hire you to create videos showcasing their products, which they use in ads or their own TikTok Shop listings.
Why this is great
- You don’t need followers
- You don’t sell directly
- You get paid per video
- Dropship Through TikTok
You can promote other people’s products while a supplier handles:
- Packaging
- Inventory
- Shipping
You only create content and run ads.
How to do TikTok dropshipping
- Create a Shopify or WooCommerce store
- Connect with a supplier (Zendrop, CJ Dropshipping, etc.)
- Promote the product through TikTok videos
- Drive traffic to your store link in bio
You earn the difference between your selling price and supplier cost.
- Sell With Live Shopping (TikTok LIVE)
TikTok LIVE is a powerful tool for selling products—especially with TikTok Shop.
How to use LIVE to sell other people’s products
- Go live and showcase products from your Affiliate Marketplace
- Pin your affiliate products to the live screen
- Demonstrate the item in real time
- Use limited-time promos to encourage viewers to buy
Live shopping usually brings higher conversions than regular videos.
Best Tips for Selling Other People’s Products on TikTok
- Pick a clear niche
Examples:
- Beauty
- Tech gadgets
- Home organization
- Fashion
- Fitness
- Show the product in action
Demonstrations perform best:
- Before/after
- Tutorials
- Unboxings
- Reviews
- Use trending sounds
Helps your content reach more viewers.
- Be honest
Authentic reviews build trust and increase conversions.
- Post consistently
3–5 videos per day is ideal for fast growth.
- Optimize your bio
Include:
- What you offer
- Your main product link
- A clear call to action
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