I applied to sell on tiktok shops. They required...get this...my irs taxes, social security number, drivers license, bank statements and utility bills. I blurred out personal amounts. They wouldn't accept it. So far, even after uploading the paperwork without blurring, they still want my entire it's taxes. In my opinion, that is obscene. So, that's a no for me, especially after finding out from you that I don't get paid for 14 days. So, thank you sooo much!
No social media platform is 'safe'... but TikTok is especially frightening. In my mind, they are lumped in with sites like Temu, Alibaba, Shein. Totally lawless and really unaccountable to western standards of privacy and safety.
I applied for TikTok shop and absolutely did NOT have to submit my taxes. I doubt you did either . You DO have to submit either your SSN or Business Tax ID number . That is a US GOVT REQUIREMENT to ensure you are eligible to do business and be paid. W-9 stuff and all. I didn’t have to submit any utility bills either.
Just a driver's license and utility bill will do, plus your SS#. Less is more. I kept getting rejected because there were three spaces to upload, something wasn't jiving. I uploaded rent, electric, and phone. Then I just uploaded the electric and boom, I was in. Don't write it off, but take it slow.
Hi! This is Jaimie (you bought the bee towel from my Zazzle shop) thank you for showing it! That white line down the side is upsetting!! Just a warning for other Zazzle people out there... you need to upload the design and stretch it PAST the red line. There is a blue 'safe' line and a larger red 'bleed' area. That towels design fit perfectly inside the red area. So I had to go in and stretch it past that area. OMG I also suggest adding a color-matched 'background' color to everything! If the design doesn't print centered, then you won't have a white part. 😟 I think the youtuber who aligns with you and your content the best... might be Zen Watercooler?? I dunno, this is a tough one. Great video Mey.
I’ve had that same thing happen to me, so frustrating! They really need to change their directions so you know to stretch past the red lines. BTW, your design on that towel is gorgeous!
🙋♀️looking forward to Spoonflower news-interested but hesitated because of -the gotta buy it requirement-good to hear that’s changed and it sounds like a lot more than that has changed too-happy creating👋
Excellent amount of news, thank you for taking the time to make these, I find them helpful. On a completely random and separate side note, at the end of your video when you say "Byeeee" my head still fills in the piano music you used to add at the end of your videos, and it makes me laugh every time because I know it's not there anymore but somehow I'm waiting for it anyway haha 😆
Tiktok has helped me with so many things...Artwork, cooking, making friends, my faith, my disability, and learning other things. I don't want a ban but there has to be a way to protect kids more.
You’re very inspiring, Mey. I don’t know how you do it all especially with fibromyalgia - my head is spinning after 40 minutes! 😅 I’d like to ask what you’d advise an aspiring creative, quite a bit older than you, who is also battling extremely debilitating issues, among other things. I’ve been circling the POD world for quite some time now but sadly still haven’t put a toe in the water. Stuck. I’d value any advice you have. Thank you for all your great motivating videos🙏❤
Enjoyed your updated video. You are a very busy lady. You have a pleasant voice and tone and a great wealth of relevant content. Thank you! May the MOST HIGH YAH blessings continue for you and your love ones. ☮💜🙏
OMG people who write hate things because you are Jewish, need to mind their business. That makes me so angry. Grow up people! With that said I am so very new to this part of art and really appreciate your videos. I am still in the learning stages for sure. I am just now trying to figure out patterns and how to make them. Also, AI - I can't draw stick figures so typing in exactly what I want and getting it close (I still need to do some touch ups) is amazing. It is not much different than paying an individual to draw your idea. I love being able to add or delete stuff and having control of placement once the concept is done. They say anyone can draw... they haven't met me. lol If I didn't have a full time job I could spend hours learning new ways and things to create. So, again thank you so much for all your videos and the work that comes into posting them for us!!!
Thank you for the whirlwind tour UPdate of everything, Mey! Much appreciated. I agree with your queried expressions about Etsy policy re AI. LOL Stores that include copyrighted material (marvel characters on outfits, or selling fabrics that have trademarked characters come to mind). I figure that if someone decides to offer for sale these registered trademarked items, THEN they be required to divulge permission to do so. I contacted them to use get permission to use images of their characters to add to my puzzles! The focus of the puzzle was NOT the character, rather it was the puzzle itself. They said, 'No'. Hmmmm....
Is Spoonflower different in Bulgaria than U S ??? When I login to my (neglected) account, I still have to buy a swatch of each design to make it available for purchase? Or, I have to win a "design challenge" 🤢.
I want to do TT SHOP POD, but I’m afraid that it will take too long for them to release the customers money to me, putting me in the hole potentially for other responsibilities . How long does it take them to pay new sellers ?
OMG, I can’t wait to see your video with another TH-camr. 🎉 I wonder who it might be… hmmm. Is it Juna from Detour Shirts? I can’t really think of anyone else.
Hello, I love your videos. You communicate very well and share things from your life as well as your experience. I am new, I just stopped working and don't know where to start. I would like to know how you do marketing to sell, that is, ads or just organic content on social media.
I wish I was clever because now is the time to create an Etsy alternative that is real original art by real people. I recently started my Christmas shopping & went to Etsy to find some original handmade gifts. lol. It gave me a headache and I gave up. I ended up finding an Australian website that does sell handmade stuff which is great for me here in Aus, but the shipping was pretty high for me so shipping overseas would be higher. Anyone here clever know of any other sites please let me know. Cheers from Aus x🇦🇺❤️
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I applied to sell on tiktok shops. They required...get this...my irs taxes, social security number, drivers license, bank statements and utility bills. I blurred out personal amounts. They wouldn't accept it. So far, even after uploading the paperwork without blurring, they still want my entire it's taxes. In my opinion, that is obscene. So, that's a no for me, especially after finding out from you that I don't get paid for 14 days. So, thank you sooo much!
No social media platform is 'safe'... but TikTok is especially frightening. In my mind, they are lumped in with sites like Temu, Alibaba, Shein. Totally lawless and really unaccountable to western standards of privacy and safety.
Do not do it !
I applied for TikTok shop and absolutely did NOT have to submit my taxes. I doubt you did either . You DO have to submit either your SSN or Business Tax ID number . That is a US GOVT REQUIREMENT to ensure you are eligible to do business and be paid. W-9 stuff and all. I didn’t have to submit any utility bills either.
Just a driver's license and utility bill will do, plus your SS#. Less is more. I kept getting rejected because there were three spaces to upload, something wasn't jiving. I uploaded rent, electric, and phone. Then I just uploaded the electric and boom, I was in. Don't write it off, but take it slow.
Hi! This is Jaimie (you bought the bee towel from my Zazzle shop) thank you for showing it! That white line down the side is upsetting!! Just a warning for other Zazzle people out there... you need to upload the design and stretch it PAST the red line. There is a blue 'safe' line and a larger red 'bleed' area. That towels design fit perfectly inside the red area. So I had to go in and stretch it past that area. OMG I also suggest adding a color-matched 'background' color to everything! If the design doesn't print centered, then you won't have a white part. 😟
I think the youtuber who aligns with you and your content the best... might be Zen Watercooler?? I dunno, this is a tough one.
Great video Mey.
I’ve had that same thing happen to me, so frustrating! They really need to change their directions so you know to stretch past the red lines. BTW, your design on that towel is gorgeous!
I’m so excited for your Spoonflower series!
🙋♀️looking forward to Spoonflower news-interested but hesitated because of -the gotta buy it requirement-good to hear that’s changed and it sounds like a lot more than that has changed too-happy creating👋
Excellent amount of news, thank you for taking the time to make these, I find them helpful. On a completely random and separate side note, at the end of your video when you say "Byeeee" my head still fills in the piano music you used to add at the end of your videos, and it makes me laugh every time because I know it's not there anymore but somehow I'm waiting for it anyway haha 😆
Tiktok has helped me with so many things...Artwork, cooking, making friends, my faith, my disability, and learning other things. I don't want a ban but there has to be a way to protect kids more.
You’re very inspiring, Mey. I don’t know how you do it all especially with fibromyalgia - my head is spinning after 40 minutes! 😅 I’d like to ask what you’d advise an aspiring creative, quite a bit older than you, who is also battling extremely debilitating issues, among other things. I’ve been circling the POD world for quite some time now but sadly still haven’t put a toe in the water. Stuck. I’d value any advice you have.
Thank you for all your great motivating videos🙏❤
Me too
Thanks for summarizing the TikTok situation, this was helpful!
Enjoyed your updated video. You are a very busy lady. You have a pleasant voice and tone and a great wealth of relevant content. Thank you! May the MOST HIGH YAH blessings continue for you and your love ones. ☮💜🙏
OMG people who write hate things because you are Jewish, need to mind their business. That makes me so angry. Grow up people! With that said I am so very new to this part of art and really appreciate your videos. I am still in the learning stages for sure. I am just now trying to figure out patterns and how to make them. Also, AI - I can't draw stick figures so typing in exactly what I want and getting it close (I still need to do some touch ups) is amazing. It is not much different than paying an individual to draw your idea. I love being able to add or delete stuff and having control of placement once the concept is done. They say anyone can draw... they haven't met me. lol If I didn't have a full time job I could spend hours learning new ways and things to create. So, again thank you so much for all your videos and the work that comes into posting them for us!!!
I'm so with you on TikTok! Way beyond my red line 😀
Lovely shop on Spoonflower, I love the eyes.
Me too !! I am so crazed for the evil eye style since I was a girl... and thanks
Happy late Birthday! :) Hope today finds you feeling better.
Thank you for the whirlwind tour UPdate of everything, Mey! Much appreciated.
I agree with your queried expressions about Etsy policy re AI. LOL Stores that include copyrighted material (marvel characters on outfits, or selling fabrics that have trademarked characters come to mind). I figure that if someone decides to offer for sale these registered trademarked items, THEN they be required to divulge permission to do so.
I contacted them to use get permission to use images of their characters to add to my puzzles! The focus of the puzzle was NOT the character, rather it was the puzzle itself.
They said, 'No'.
Hmmmm....
thank goodness i love making my own prompts
Is Spoonflower different in Bulgaria than U S ??? When I login to my (neglected) account, I still have to buy a swatch of each design to make it available for purchase? Or, I have to win a "design challenge" 🤢.
Great news.
I'm here to thank you for the great, as always, video and to answer the question, yes! please make something about invideo!
I want to do TT SHOP POD, but I’m afraid that it will take too long for them to release the customers money to me, putting me in the hole potentially for other responsibilities . How long does it take them to pay new sellers ?
Did you film with Philip Anders or Juna, maybe??? Very curious. Can't wait to find out 😊
Well... You will have to wait LOL
I will be sharing a link to that video once it's aired
OMG, I can’t wait to see your video with another TH-camr. 🎉 I wonder who it might be… hmmm. Is it Juna from Detour Shirts? I can’t really think of anyone else.
Not telling till they publish it on their channel LOL, sorry
@@MeyTribe Sending love from Skopje!
Hello, I love your videos. You communicate very well and share things from your life as well as your experience. I am new, I just stopped working and don't know where to start. I would like to know how you do marketing to sell, that is, ads or just organic content on social media.
Does that mean you have to change all descriptions made with ai. I think it means you have to put made in descrip from Now on .
P.S. Will you be on Juna’s channel?
I wish I was clever because now is the time to create an Etsy alternative that is real original art by real people. I recently started my Christmas shopping & went to Etsy to find some original handmade gifts. lol. It gave me a headache and I gave up. I ended up finding an Australian website that does sell handmade stuff which is great for me here in Aus, but the shipping was pretty high for me so shipping overseas would be higher. Anyone here clever know of any other sites please let me know. Cheers from Aus x🇦🇺❤️
Good AI imagery is soulless trash!
Long live Israel 🇮🇱