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TikTok Shop requires sellers to turn on Two-Step Verification. New sellers do this during onboarding; existing sellers must add a phone number and enable it in Seller Center. If setup is not completed within 30 days of the first notification, fund withdrawals may be put on hold, and restrictions are usually lifted within 24 hours after setup is finished.
Key points
All sellers must enable Two-Step Verification.
New sellers complete setup during onboarding.
Existing sellers must link a phone number first.
Enable Two-Step Verification in Seller Center.
If setup is not done within 30 days of first notification, withdrawals may be put on hold.
Restrictions are typically lifted within 24 hours after setup is complete.
TikTok recommends at least two verification methods.
Say / show
Enable Two-Step Verification to protect the shop account.
Add a phone number under My Account > My Profile.
Turn on Two-Step Verification under Account Security.
Complete setup during onboarding if you are a new seller.
Act within 30 days of the first notification to avoid withdrawal holds.
Do not say / show
This is optional for sellers.
Withdrawals are permanently blocked after 30 days.
Restrictions are removed immediately after setup.
Only one verification method is recommended.
Violation risks
Fund withdrawals placed on hold if setup is not completed within 30 days of the first notification.
Possible disruption to Seller Center access until setup is complete.
Increased risk of unauthorized access or account takeover if not enabled.
Who it affects
New sellers.
Existing sellers.
Seller Center users who have not completed phone linking and Two-Step Verification.
Source notes
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Two-Step Verification
To protect seller accounts and platform security, TikTok Shop requires all sellers to enable Two-Step Verification. This adds an extra layer of protection to keep your shop, data, and earnings safe.
New sellers complete this during onboarding.
Existing sellers must link a phone number and enable two-step verification. This will allow you to continue using Seller Center without disruption.
Action Required!
To avoid interruptions:
Link a phone number
Enable two-step verification
If you do not complete setup within 30 days of the first notification, your ability to withdraw funds will be placed on hold. Once setup is complete, any restrictions are typically lifted within 24 hours.