How to Make Money With TikTok Shop’s New Affiliate Hub (No Product Needed)
TikTok just released something big — and it’s perfect if you want to make money online without selling your own product.
TikTok just released something big — and it’s perfect if you want to make money online without selling your own product.
It’s called the Affiliate Hub. It lives inside TikTok Shop and lets you earn commissions by tagging other people’s products in your videos.
No website. No inventory. No ad budget. Just make short videos and earn from each sale.
Let’s break it down in plain English.
What Is TikTok’s Affiliate Hub?
TikTok’s Affiliate Hub is a tool inside the TikTok app. It lets you:
- Find products you can promote
- See how much commission each one pays
- Add a tag to the product in your video
- Track clicks and earnings right in your dashboard
If your TikTok account is a Business Account and hasn’t broken rules, you can join. No need for thousands of followers.
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- You don’t need your own product. TikTok and the seller handle shipping and payments. You just focus on the content.
- It’s free to start. You don’t need to buy stock or run ads. The platform gives you organic reach.
- It’s growing fast. Social shopping is expected to double in the next year or two. TikTok is leading the way.
- You can do it part-time. This is great for creators, freelancers, or agency owners who want an extra income stream.
How to Make Your First Commission in 5 Steps
Step 1: Set Up Your TikTok Business Account
Go to your TikTok profile. Tap settings and switch to a Business Account. Then go to Monetization > Affiliate Hub. Apply. If your account is clean, you’ll get in right away.
Step 2: Find a Product to Promote
Inside the Affiliate Hub, search for products. Sort them by highest commission or fastest shipping. Try to pick something priced between $15–$50 — it’s easier for people to buy without thinking twice.
Step 3: Film a Simple Video
Keep it short and real. You don’t need fancy gear. Your phone is enough.
Here’s an easy format:
- Start with a question like “Tired of [problem]?”
- Show the product being used
- Mention a quick result or fact
- End with a line like “Tap the tag to get yours”
You can request a free sample or use the product images TikTok provides.
Want help writing your hook? Try QuillBot. It rewrites your words to sound cleaner and more catchy.
Step 4: Add the Product Tag
After you edit your video, tap “Add link” > Product > select your product > add the tag.
TikTok adds a label to show it’s a sponsored link.
Step 5: Watch Your Dashboard
After posting, go to the Affiliate Hub dashboard. You’ll see:
- Views
- Clicks on the product
- How many people added it to cart
- Your commissions
If a product gets lots of clicks but no sales, test a different one. Try stronger hooks or different CTAs (calls to action).
How to Grow This Into Real Money
- Post once a day with different hooks and products.
- Use tools like CapCut to edit faster.
- Repurpose your best clips using OpusClip so they also work on Instagram or YouTube Shorts.
- If people are buying, create a link-in-bio offer page using Stan Store to collect emails or sell bundles.
- Use Brevo to send emails and turn one-time buyers into fans.
Even small TikTok accounts (under 5k followers) are making $1k/month from this. If you have a niche and keep testing, it adds up.
Tools That Make It Easier
Here are some optional tools to help you move faster:
- QuillBot — rewrite your script ideas
- CapCut — easy mobile video editing
- OpusClip — cuts one video into many
- Stan Store — build your link-in-bio offer page or sell digital products
- Brevo — email marketing made simple
- ElevenLabs — create natural-sounding voiceovers without needing to record yourself
FAQs
Q: Do I need a big following?
No. You just need to be consistent and make videos people want to watch.
Q: How do I get paid?
TikTok pays after the return window closes. You can choose bank or PayPal.
Q: What if I want to do more than promote?
You can also use this to help your clients sell their products through TikTok Shop. Just switch roles.
Final Thoughts
You don’t need a product. You don’t need money. You don’t even need a big audience.
With TikTok’s Affiliate Hub, all you need is:
- Your phone
- 20 seconds
- A link to a product
Everything else is handled.
