Giveaways and Purchase-Based Incentives for Seller
09/30/2025
You may offer 'Giveaways' and 'Purchase-based Incentives' in accordance with the guidelines below.



- 'Giveaways' refer to instances where the customer performs a task to win free gifts without purchasing a product.
- 'Purchase-based incentives' refer to instances where the customer is eligible for free gifts after purchasing a product.
Giveaways
- Giveaways must be completely free and not require a purchase.
- No gambling, gamification, or randomization methods allowed.
- Cash, virtual currency, and gift cards are prohibited.
- Clearly state giveaway details in content and/or listings, including:
- Entry method (i.e. Tasks viewers must complete before they are able to click "Claim".)
- Duration, number of winners, and prize details
- Winner selection process and claiming method
- You are solely responsible for the giveaway and must not imply any affiliation with TikTok Shop.
What types of giveaways are supported by the LIVE Giveaway feature?
The following types of giveaways are supported by the LIVE Giveaway feature- "Join to Win" Countdown Giveaways: A method of entering a seller/creator's giveaway by joining their Livestream.
- "Comment to Win" Countdown Giveaways: A method of entering a seller/creator's giveaway by commenting on their Livestream.
Tips and Tricks to avoid Violations
- To ensure a smooth LIVE session and experience for both you and your viewers, here are some tips on LIVE Giveaway best practices and what to avoid. Remember, it is important to adhere to TikTok Shop's guidelines to avoid potential violation risks:
- Prohibited and Unsupported Products
- Branded Products Listing Guidelines
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Purchase-Based Incentives
- Buy one, get one free refers to instances where customers can purchase an item and receive the same additional item for free)
- Example - If you buy this lipstick, you will receive another lipstick for free! Your free item will come together with your order
- Buy one, get one or several item(s) free refers to instances where customers can purchase an item and receive the same item(s) in a different size, or different item(s) for free.
- Example - Red Lipstick (Buy one, get a free travel-size red lipstick)
- Example - Red Lipstick (Buy one, get a free mascara)
- Buy X items, get Y set of gifts through TikTok Shop by Tokopedia Promotional Tools (e.g. Gift with Purchase (GWP) promotion tool)
- Example - If you buy 1 hat and 1 pair of shoes, you can get 1 pair of sunglasses for free
2.2 Requirements for Purchase-Based Incentives
If you offer purchase-based incentives without using official TikTok Shop by Tokopedia promotional tools, you must meet all following criteria:- The free gift(s) or incentive(s) must be listed in either product title, product image or product description.
- The free gift(s) or incentive(s) must be consistent with what was promoted.
- All customers must receive the same free gift(s) or incentive(s) of the same price and category.
- The free item can not be cash, virtual currency or gift cards.
- The following terms of the purchase-based incentive must be explicitly stated on the relevant content (e.g., Livestreams and video) or product listing:
- The mechanism of the free giveaway (e.g. buy one, get one free)
- The free gift or incentive
- The duration of the free product(s) being made available (e.g. During the duration of the Livestream only)
Tips and Tricks to avoid Violations


What happens if I breach these guidelines?
FAQs
How do I handle a situation where I cannot deliver the promised reward?
Can I promise cashback on a product and give shop credits instead?
- Transparency is crucial. Inform participants or customers immediately, apologise, and offer an alternative solution.





