{ "batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "articles": [ { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_ypp_eligibility_thresholds", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program: Access.signup eligibility requirements", "summary": "To join the YouTube Partner Program, a channel must have 500 subscribers and 3 public uploads in the past 90 days, plus either 3,000 public watch hours on long-form videos in the past 365 days or 3 million public Shorts views in the past 90 days.", "body": "To join the YouTube Partner Program, a channel must have 500 subscribers and 3 public uploads in the past 90 days, plus either 3,000 public watch hours on long-form videos in the past 365 days or 3 million public Shorts views in the past 90 days.\n\nWhat YouTube (Google) actually says:\n\n“500 subs\n3 qualified uploads (past 90 days)\nAnd either\n3,000 qualified watch hours on long-form videos (past 365 days), or\n3M qualified Shorts views (past 90 days)”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.youtube.com/creators/earn/youtube-partner-program/", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "YouTube (Google)", "evidence_quote": "500 subs\n3 qualified uploads (past 90 days)\nAnd either\n3,000 qualified watch hours on long-form videos (past 365 days), or\n3M qualified Shorts views (past 90 days)", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program", "topic": "Access.signup eligibility requirements", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Global program; region availability varies", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "choosing", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_ypp_revenue_share_shorts", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program: Money.fees revenue split for Shorts", "summary": "YouTube Shorts ad revenue is pooled into a Creator Pool; monetizing creators keep 45% of their allocated share from the Creator Pool regardless of music usage.", "body": "YouTube Shorts ad revenue is pooled into a Creator Pool; monetizing creators keep 45% of their allocated share from the Creator Pool regardless of music usage.\n\nWhat YouTube (Google) actually says:\n\n“Monetizing creators will keep 45% of their allocated revenue, regardless if music was used or not.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/12504220", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "YouTube (Google)", "evidence_quote": "Monetizing creators will keep 45% of their allocated revenue, regardless if music was used or not.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program", "topic": "Money.fees revenue split for Shorts", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Applies where Shorts monetization is available", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "money.fees" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_ypp_payout_threshold", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program (AdSense for YouTube): Money.payout minimum threshold", "summary": "The payment threshold for AdSense for YouTube in USD is $100; creators are paid when outstanding earnings reach this threshold provided there are no holds and they comply with program policies.", "body": "The payment threshold for AdSense for YouTube in USD is $100; creators are paid when outstanding earnings reach this threshold provided there are no holds and they comply with program policies.\n\nWhat Google AdSense actually says:\n\n“Payment threshold\nYou'll be paid out when your outstanding earnings reach the payment threshold, as long as there are no holds on your account and you're in compliance with our Program policies.\n\nThreshold values per currency and per payments account\nU.S. Dollar (USD)\n...\nPayment\n$100”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/adsense/answer/1709871", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google AdSense", "evidence_quote": "Payment threshold\nYou'll be paid out when your outstanding earnings reach the payment threshold, as long as there are no holds on your account and you're in compliance with our Program policies.\n\nThreshold values per currency and per payments account\nU.S. Dollar (USD)\n...\nPayment\n$100", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program (AdSense for YouTube)", "topic": "Money.payout minimum threshold", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Threshold varies by currency; USD shown", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "money.payout" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_ypp_id_verification_adsense", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program (AdSense for YouTube): Access.id identity and address verification", "summary": "AdSense for YouTube requires identity verification at a $0 threshold and address verification at a $10 threshold before payments can be issued.", "body": "AdSense for YouTube requires identity verification at a $0 threshold and address verification at a $10 threshold before payments can be issued.\n\nWhat Google AdSense actually says:\n\n“Your identity verification threshold is now $0. You must verify your identity before your account can start showing ads and receiving payments from Google AdSense.\nYour address verification is still $10 (or local equivalent).”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/adsense/answer/1709871", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google AdSense", "evidence_quote": "Your identity verification threshold is now $0. You must verify your identity before your account can start showing ads and receiving payments from Google AdSense.\nYour address verification is still $10 (or local equivalent).", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program (AdSense for YouTube)", "topic": "Access.id identity and address verification", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Applies to AdSense for YouTube payments accounts", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_ypp_content_policy_inauthentic", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program: Rules.content inauthentic and repetitive content policy", "summary": "YouTube's inauthentic content policy prohibits monetization of content that is mass-produced, generic, repetitive, or manipulative, including AI-generated content made with generic templates giving the impression of mass production without adding the creator's original insights or perspective.", "body": "YouTube's inauthentic content policy prohibits monetization of content that is mass-produced, generic, repetitive, or manipulative, including AI-generated content made with generic templates giving the impression of mass production without adding the creator's original insights or perspective.\n\nWhat YouTube (Google) actually says:\n\n“Content that violates this guideline\nWhen a channel's content consists of highly repetitive content, it can disappoint viewers who come to YouTube for appealing and interesting videos. That means channels where content feels interchangeable from video to video are not allowed to monetize. In other words, your channel shouldn't have content that appears to be produced using a template or where each video doesn't deliver creative, educational, or other value to the viewer.\nExamples of what's not allowed to monetize (this list is not exhaustive):\n- Similar or repetitive content with low educational value, commentary, narratives, or minimal variation across videos\n- Videos where characters are put in the same situation over and over again with the same outcome (i.e., using a highly similar storyline template across multiple videos)\n- Image slideshows, templated storylines, or scrolling text with minimal or no narrative, commentary, or educational value\n- AI-generated content made with generic or unoriginal templates giving the impression of mass production without adding the creator's original, authentic insights or perspective”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/1311392", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "YouTube (Google)", "evidence_quote": "Content that violates this guideline\nWhen a channel's content consists of highly repetitive content, it can disappoint viewers who come to YouTube for appealing and interesting videos. That means channels where content feels interchangeable from video to video are not allowed to monetize. In other words, your channel shouldn't have content that appears to be produced using a template or where each video doesn't deliver creative, educational, or other value to the viewer.\nExamples of what's not allowed to monetize (this list is not exhaustive):\n- Similar or repetitive content with low educational value, commentary, narratives, or minimal variation across videos\n- Videos where characters are put in the same situation over and over again with the same outcome (i.e., using a highly similar storyline template across multiple videos)\n- Image slideshows, templated storylines, or scrolling text with minimal or no narrative, commentary, or educational value\n- AI-generated content made with generic or unoriginal templates giving the impression of mass production without adding the creator's original, authentic insights or perspective", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program", "topic": "Rules.content inauthentic and repetitive content policy", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Applies to all YPP members", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "rules.content" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_ypp_content_policy_reused", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program: Rules.content reused content policy", "summary": "YouTube's reused content policy prohibits monetization of channels that repurpose content from other sources without adding significant original commentary, substantive modifications, or educational or entertainment value.", "body": "YouTube's reused content policy prohibits monetization of channels that repurpose content from other sources without adding significant original commentary, substantive modifications, or educational or entertainment value.\n\nWhat YouTube (Google) actually says:\n\n“Reused content refers to channels that repurpose content that's already on YouTube or another online source without adding significant original commentary, substantive modifications, or educational or entertainment value. Reused content may also be known as duplicative or scraped content (taking unique or original content from other websites and publishing it as your own).\n\nContent that violates this guideline\nTaking someone else's content, making minimal changes, and calling it your own original work would be a violation of this guideline. If we cannot tell that the content is yours, it may be subject to our reused content policy. This policy applies even if you have permission from the original creator.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/1311392", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "YouTube (Google)", "evidence_quote": "Reused content refers to channels that repurpose content that's already on YouTube or another online source without adding significant original commentary, substantive modifications, or educational or entertainment value. Reused content may also be known as duplicative or scraped content (taking unique or original content from other websites and publishing it as your own).\n\nContent that violates this guideline\nTaking someone else's content, making minimal changes, and calling it your own original work would be a violation of this guideline. If we cannot tell that the content is yours, it may be subject to our reused content policy. This policy applies even if you have permission from the original creator.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program", "topic": "Rules.content reused content policy", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Applies to all YPP members", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "rules.content" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_tiktok_crp_eligibility", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program: Access.signup eligibility requirements", "summary": "The TikTok Creator Rewards Program is open to creators aged 18+ in the US, UK, Germany, Japan, South Korea, France, Mexico, and Brazil with a personal account in good standing, at least 10,000 followers, and 100,000 video views in the last 30 days.", "body": "The TikTok Creator Rewards Program is open to creators aged 18+ in the US, UK, Germany, Japan, South Korea, France, Mexico, and Brazil with a personal account in good standing, at least 10,000 followers, and 100,000 video views in the last 30 days.\n\nWhat TikTok actually says:\n\n“The program is currently open to creators in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, South Korea, France, Mexico, and Brazil, so you must be based in one of these countries and have an account registered there.\nYour TikTok account should be in good standing, meaning you follow our Community Guidelines and Terms of Service.\nOnly Personal Accounts are eligible. Business Accounts and accounts associated with political or government organizations do not qualify.\nYou need to be at least 18 years old to participate.\nYour account should have at least 10,000 followers and 100,000 video views in the last 30 days.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.tiktok.com/creators/creators-voice-revenue-share", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "TikTok", "evidence_quote": "The program is currently open to creators in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, South Korea, France, Mexico, and Brazil, so you must be based in one of these countries and have an account registered there.\nYour TikTok account should be in good standing, meaning you follow our Community Guidelines and Terms of Service.\nOnly Personal Accounts are eligible. Business Accounts and accounts associated with political or government organizations do not qualify.\nYou need to be at least 18 years old to participate.\nYour account should have at least 10,000 followers and 100,000 video views in the last 30 days.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program", "topic": "Access.signup eligibility requirements", "applies_to_country": "Any", "applies_to_scope": "Only available in listed countries", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "choosing", "region": [ "us", "uk", "eu" ], "platform": "tiktok", "topic": [ "access.signup", "access.geo" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_tiktok_crp_content_requirements", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program: Rules.content eligible content criteria", "summary": "Videos must be original, high-quality, over 1 minute long, achieve at least 1,000 qualified views on the For You feed, not be Duets/Stitches/Photo Mode, not be ads or sponsored content, and follow all platform policies; Additional Reward requires well-crafted, engaging, specialized content at 1080p or higher.", "body": "Videos must be original, high-quality, over 1 minute long, achieve at least 1,000 qualified views on the For You feed, not be Duets/Stitches/Photo Mode, not be ads or sponsored content, and follow all platform policies; Additional Reward requires well-crafted, engaging, specialized content at 1080p or higher.\n\nWhat TikTok actually says:\n\n“It must be original, high-quality content over 1 minute long.\nIt should rack up at least 1,000 views on the For You feed.\nIt can't be a Duet or Stitch.\nIt shouldn't be created using Photo Mode.\nAds, paid promotions, or sponsored content do not qualify.\nIt must follow the program's terms, the Terms of Service, Community Guidelines, Creator Code of Conduct, and Copyright Policy.\nTo qualify for Additional Reward, your video must also fit these criteria:\nWell-crafted content that demonstrates your attention to detail in the creation process.\nEngaging content that sparks meaningful conversations and builds community on and off the app.\nSpecialized content that demonstrates your expertise in a niche and brings your unique perspective to create valuable content for your viewers.\nAnd finally, don't forget to ensure your videos are 1080p or higher!”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.tiktok.com/creators/creators-voice-revenue-share", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "TikTok", "evidence_quote": "It must be original, high-quality content over 1 minute long.\nIt should rack up at least 1,000 views on the For You feed.\nIt can't be a Duet or Stitch.\nIt shouldn't be created using Photo Mode.\nAds, paid promotions, or sponsored content do not qualify.\nIt must follow the program's terms, the Terms of Service, Community Guidelines, Creator Code of Conduct, and Copyright Policy.\nTo qualify for Additional Reward, your video must also fit these criteria:\nWell-crafted content that demonstrates your attention to detail in the creation process.\nEngaging content that sparks meaningful conversations and builds community on and off the app.\nSpecialized content that demonstrates your expertise in a niche and brings your unique perspective to create valuable content for your viewers.\nAnd finally, don't forget to ensure your videos are 1080p or higher!", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program", "topic": "Rules.content eligible content criteria", "applies_to_country": "Any", "applies_to_scope": "Applies where CRP is available", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "tiktok", "topic": [ "rules.content" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_tiktok_crp_qualified_views", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program: Money.fees qualified view definition", "summary": "Qualified views for the Creator Rewards Program exclude fraudulent/paid views, require at least 5 seconds watch time (30 seconds for search views), exclude 'not interested' taps, count multiple views from same account as one unique view, and must originate from eligible countries.", "body": "Qualified views for the Creator Rewards Program exclude fraudulent/paid views, require at least 5 seconds watch time (30 seconds for search views), exclude 'not interested' taps, count multiple views from same account as one unique view, and must originate from eligible countries.\n\nWhat TikTok actually says:\n\n“What counts as a qualified view? Do different types of views count?\nQualified views exclude any fraudulent or paid views. Here's how they're calculated:\n- A watch time of at least five seconds\n- Views with an \"I'm not interested\" tap not included\n- Multiple views from the same account are counted as one unique view\n- Search views with watch times of at least 30 seconds\n- Must be from where the Creator Rewards Program is available: the United States, Mexico, Brazil, South Korea, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, and France\n- Ads, paid promotions, and sponsored content don't qualify for rewards”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.tiktok.com/creators/creators-voice-revenue-share", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "TikTok", "evidence_quote": "What counts as a qualified view? Do different types of views count?\nQualified views exclude any fraudulent or paid views. Here's how they're calculated:\n- A watch time of at least five seconds\n- Views with an \"I'm not interested\" tap not included\n- Multiple views from the same account are counted as one unique view\n- Search views with watch times of at least 30 seconds\n- Must be from where the Creator Rewards Program is available: the United States, Mexico, Brazil, South Korea, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, and France\n- Ads, paid promotions, and sponsored content don't qualify for rewards", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program", "topic": "Money.fees qualified view definition", "applies_to_country": "Any", "applies_to_scope": "Only views from CRP-eligible countries count", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "tiktok", "topic": [ "money.fees" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_tiktok_crp_payout_processing", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program: Money.payout withdrawal processing time", "summary": "Withdrawal requests for Creator Rewards Program earnings are typically processed within 72 hours, though financial institutions may hold funds for an additional period at their discretion.", "body": "Withdrawal requests for Creator Rewards Program earnings are typically processed within 72 hours, though financial institutions may hold funds for an additional period at their discretion.\n\nWhat TikTok actually says:\n\n“How long does it take to get my rewards after I withdraw them?\nYou may have noticed that your withdrawal amount is not showing up in your PayPal, Pix, or bank account instantly. Typically, withdrawal requests will be processed within 72 hours. Please note that financial institutions may hold the withdrawal amount for an additional period of time, at their sole discretion. There is no guarantee that each withdrawal request will be processed within 72 hours.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.tiktok.com/creators/creators-voice-revenue-share", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "TikTok", "evidence_quote": "How long does it take to get my rewards after I withdraw them?\nYou may have noticed that your withdrawal amount is not showing up in your PayPal, Pix, or bank account instantly. Typically, withdrawal requests will be processed within 72 hours. Please note that financial institutions may hold the withdrawal amount for an additional period of time, at their sole discretion. There is no guarantee that each withdrawal request will be processed within 72 hours.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program", "topic": "Money.payout withdrawal processing time", "applies_to_country": "Any", "applies_to_scope": "Applies where CRP is available", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "tiktok", "topic": [ "money.payout" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_tiktok_subscription_revenue_share", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "TikTok Subscription: Money.fees creator revenue share", "summary": "After app store fees, TikTok Subscription creators receive 70% of the revenue share, with a potential additional 20% bonus bringing maximum profit-sharing to 90% for eligible creators who meet monthly sub-only video posting requirements.", "body": "After app store fees, TikTok Subscription creators receive 70% of the revenue share, with a potential additional 20% bonus bringing maximum profit-sharing to 90% for eligible creators who meet monthly sub-only video posting requirements.\n\nWhat TikTok actually says:\n\n“After app store fees, you'll receive 70% of the revenue share! You will also have a chance to receive an additional 20% bonus, bringing the maximum profit-sharing to 90%.\nTo be eligible for the bonus, you must:\nHave over 10k followers.\nHave over 100k video views during the last calendar month.\nAdhere to our Terms of Services and Community Guidelines.\nFor creators who have never published sub-only videos: Post your first sub-only video in this calendar month.\nFor creators who have published sub-only videos before: Post at least three valid sub-only videos in this calendar month.\nEligibility is evaluated each month.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.tiktok.com/creators/creators-voice-revenue-share", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "TikTok", "evidence_quote": "After app store fees, you'll receive 70% of the revenue share! You will also have a chance to receive an additional 20% bonus, bringing the maximum profit-sharing to 90%.\nTo be eligible for the bonus, you must:\nHave over 10k followers.\nHave over 100k video views during the last calendar month.\nAdhere to our Terms of Services and Community Guidelines.\nFor creators who have never published sub-only videos: Post your first sub-only video in this calendar month.\nFor creators who have published sub-only videos before: Post at least three valid sub-only videos in this calendar month.\nEligibility is evaluated each month.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "TikTok Subscription", "topic": "Money.fees creator revenue share", "applies_to_country": "Any", "applies_to_scope": "Applies where Subscription is available", "tags": { "lane": "subscription_sfw", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "tiktok", "topic": [ "money.fees" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_tiktok_crp_violation_thresholds", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program: Rules.enforcement violation thresholds", "summary": "An account becomes permanently ineligible for the Creator Rewards Program after 5 total account violations, and content becomes ineligible if the account has 5 video violations in the past 30 days.", "body": "An account becomes permanently ineligible for the Creator Rewards Program after 5 total account violations, and content becomes ineligible if the account has 5 video violations in the past 30 days.\n\nWhat TikTok actually says:\n\n“Content violation threshold: Your account has 5 video violations in the past 30 days.\nAccount violation threshold: Your account has 5 total account violations, which will make you permanently ineligible for the program.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.tiktok.com/creators/creators-voice-revenue-share", "last_verified": "2026-10-04", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "TikTok", "evidence_quote": "Content violation threshold: Your account has 5 video violations in the past 30 days.\nAccount violation threshold: Your account has 5 total account violations, which will make you permanently ineligible for the program.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1115-faceless-video-channels-what-it-is", "subject": "TikTok Creator Rewards Program", "topic": "Rules.enforcement violation thresholds", "applies_to_country": "Any", "applies_to_scope": "Applies where CRP is available", "tags": { "lane": "creator_program", "stage": "trouble", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "tiktok", "topic": [ "rules.enforcement" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1115_faceless_video_channels_what_it_is_tiktok_community_guidelines_prohibited", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "[Unverified - being checked] TikTok Community Guidelines: Rules.content prohibited content categories", "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] TikTok's Community Guidelines prohibit content in categories including violent and criminal behavior, hate speech, youth sexual abuse, adult sexual abuse, human trafficking, harassment and bullying, suicide and self-harm, disordered eating, dangerous activities, body exposure and sexualized behaviors, shocking and graphic content, animal abuse, misinformation, civic/election integrity violations, deceptive AI-generated content, intellectual property violations, fake engagement, regulated goods/services, fraud and scams, personal information sharing, and platform security breaches.", "body": "TikTok's Community Guidelines prohibit content in categories including violent and criminal behavior, hate speech, youth sexual abuse, adult sexual abuse, human trafficking, harassment and bullying, suicide and self-harm, disordered eating, dangerous activities, body exposure and sexualized behaviors, shocking and graphic content, animal abuse, misinformation, civic/election integrity violations, deceptive AI-generated content, intellectual property violations, fake engagement, regulated goods/services, fraud and scams, personal information sharing, and platform security breaches.\n\nWhat TikTok actually says:\n\n“Safety and Civility\n- Violent and Criminal Behavior: We don't allow threats, encouragement or glorification of violence, promotion of crime, or instructions on how to commit harmful acts.\n- Hate Speech and Hateful Behavior: We don't allow content that promotes hate or attacks people based on protected attributes like race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.\n- Youth Sexual and Physical Abuse: We don't allow content that shows, promotes, or facilitates the sexual abuse, exploitation, or harm of young people.\n- Adult Sexual Abuse: We don't allow content that shows, promotes, or facilitates adult sexual abuse or exploitation.\n- Human Trafficking and Smuggling: We don't allow content that promotes or facilitates human trafficking or smuggling.\n- Harassment and Bullying: We don't allow content that harasses or bullies others...\nMental and Behavioral Health\n- Suicide and Self-Harm: We don't allow content that shows, promotes, or provides instructions for suicide or self-harm.\n- Dangerous Activity and Challenges: We don't allow content that shows or promotes dangerous stunts, dares, or challenges that could lead to physical harm.\nSensitive and Mature Themes\n- Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors: We don't allow some types of body exposure or sexual behavior, including nudity, sexual activity, sexual services...\n- Shocking and Graphic Content: We don't allow extremely graphic, violent, or disturbing content...\nIntegrity and Authenticity\n- Misinformation: We don't allow misinformation that could cause significant harm...\n- Edited Media and AI-Generated Content (AIGC): We require clear labeling when AI or editing is used to realistically depict people or scenes...\n- 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