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# How to create a TikTok Business account

> Guide to creating a TikTok Business account and enabling Advanced Access.

The TikTok account used to connect with ChatbotX must have the appropriate permissions for business messaging. This guide helps you check your current account status and choose the fastest option.

## Check your TikTok account status

If your TikTok account is already business-verified or already belongs to a **Business Center**, skip this guide and go directly to [**Connect TikTok**](/docs/channels/tiktok/connect-tiktok).

| Current Status                              | What to Do                                                                                  |
| ------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Already has a **Verified Business Account** | Skip this guide, go to [**Connect TikTok**](/docs/channels/tiktok/connect-tiktok)                |
| Already in a **Business Center**            | Check account permissions, then go to [**Connect TikTok**](/docs/channels/tiktok/connect-tiktok) |
| Has a regular TikTok account only           | Follow the steps in the **Advanced Access** section                                         |
| Needs a full business profile               | Complete the **Verified Business Account** section                                          |

<Note>
  If you are not sure which level your account is at, read the comparison table below first. For most shops and marketing teams, **Advanced Access** is the fastest way to get started.
</Note>

## Understand TikTok account types

TikTok categorizes business account permissions into 3 main levels. Each level determines which business tools the account can use in TikTok for Business, Business Suite, and related integration flows.

| Account Level                           | Brief Explanation                                                                              | What Should You Do?                                                                    |
| --------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **General TikTok Account**              | A regular TikTok account. This level does not have full Business Suite permissions.            | Upgrade to **Advanced Access** before connecting ChatbotX.                             |
| **TikTok Account with Advanced Access** | An account already linked to **TikTok for Business** or an unverified **Business Center**.     | Most suitable for preparing a quick connection with ChatbotX.                          |
| **Verified Business Account**           | An account that has completed business verification. This level has full business permissions. | Use when TikTok requires verification or when your business needs an official profile. |

<Note>
  **Advanced Access** does not necessarily require a business license. You can reach this level by linking your TikTok account to TikTok for Business or an unverified Business Center.
</Note>

## Preparation before creating or upgrading

Before you begin, prepare the following:

* The TikTok account you want to use to receive customer messages.
* An email or login credentials for **TikTok for Business**.
* A phone logged in to the TikTok account to confirm **Authorize**, scan QR codes, or accept invitations.
* Basic business information such as business name, country or region, and website (if available).
* A valid business license if you want to set up a **Verified Business Account**.

<Warning>
  An **Organization Account** cannot be used to register or log in to TikTok for Business using the **Sign up with TikTok** or **Log in with TikTok** flows.
</Warning>

## Create a TikTok Account with Advanced Access

There are 2 paths to upgrade your TikTok account to **Advanced Access**. Choose the path that fits how you manage your account.

### Path A: Link TikTok with TikTok for Business

Choose this path if you are managing a single TikTok account and want a quick setup.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open TikTok for Business">
    Go to [business.tiktok.com](https://business.tiktok.com) and select **Sign up** or **Log in**, then log in to the TikTok account you want to use for business.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/chatbotx/JUK4tjTO35heTF9v/images/login-to-business-account.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=JUK4tjTO35heTF9v&q=85&s=4289ed64ddb05c67feabf27345fdf9fc" alt="Login to Business account" width="2981" height="1821" data-path="images/login-to-business-account.png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Authorize the account link">
    Click **Continue** to authorize linking your TikTok account with TikTok for Business.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/chatbotx/JUK4tjTO35heTF9v/images/tiktok-authorize-business.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=JUK4tjTO35heTF9v&q=85&s=7ff4e2f99437613ae62668b718ca6cd1" alt="Tiktok Authorize Business" lightAlt="Tiktok Business Center" darkAlt="Tiktok Business Center" width="2982" height="1499" data-path="images/tiktok-authorize-business.png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete business details">
    Fill in the basic business information requested by TikTok for Business. Once completed, the TikTok account will receive **Advanced Access**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Path B: Link TikTok to Business Center

Choose this path if multiple people manage the account, or if you want to centralize your TikTok assets in one place.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Business Center">
    Go to [business.tiktok.com](https://business.tiktok.com) and log in to your company's **Business Center**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create a Business Center if needed">
    If you do not have a Business Center account yet, select **Sign up** and fill in your business type, country or region, business name, and contact details.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Go to TikTok Accounts">
    In Business Center, navigate to **Accounts > TikTok accounts**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add TikTok account">
    Click **Add a TikTok account**, select **Link an existing TikTok account**, and then choose to scan the QR code or approve the request following TikTok's instructions.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/chatbotx/JUK4tjTO35heTF9v/images/business-add-tiktok-account.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=JUK4tjTO35heTF9v&q=85&s=0cce1f63a2aad46bfea9adf5d8761e41" alt="Business Add Tiktok Account" width="3000" height="1776" data-path="images/business-add-tiktok-account.png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Approve on the TikTok app">
    Open the TikTok app with the account you want to link, then scan the QR code or accept the invitation. Once completed, the account will appear in your Business Center.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## When to use a Verified Business Account

You should only set up a **Verified Business Account** when TikTok requires additional permissions, when your business needs a complete verification profile, or when you want to use the verification from your Business Center to verify linked TikTok accounts.

Business verification is TikTok's process for reviewing business details and valid documents. This process is different from the blue checkmark on a TikTok profile.

You can complete verification using one of the following methods:

* Open **Web Business Suite** or TikTok Ads Manager and complete **Business Verification**.
* Open the TikTok app, go to **Profile > Menu > Business Suite > Verification**.
* Link your TikTok account to a verified **Business Center** to use shared verification.

When preparing for verification, use a clear, valid business license with details that match your business name. TikTok may take 1-5 days to review requests in the app, or up to a few business days in the Business Center depending on the approval queue.

## Next steps

Once your TikTok account has **Advanced Access** or **Verified Business Account** status, go to the [**Connect TikTok**](/docs/channels/tiktok/connect-tiktok) guide to connect the account to ChatbotX.

<Note>
  TikTok Business Messaging is restricted by region. If your account belongs to the UK, EEA, or Switzerland, please check the details in the **Connect TikTok** guide before setting up message automation.
</Note>

## FAQ

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Do I need a business license?">
    Not always. To get **Advanced Access**, you can link your TikTok account to TikTok for Business or an unverified Business Center. A business license is usually required when you want a **Verified Business Account**.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What is the difference between Advanced Access and Verified Business Account?">
    **Advanced Access** is an intermediate level, sufficient to unlock basic business tools after linking the account. **Verified Business Account** is a higher level that requires business verification, suitable when your business needs a fully verified profile.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I still need this guide if my account is already in a Business Center?">
    Usually not. You only need to verify that the account has been correctly linked to the Business Center and has the appropriate permissions.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>