TikTok account entitlements define the set of business-related features your account can access, organized into three progressive levels. Understanding these levels helps you choose the right tools for your goals, whether you're just starting out or running a large-scale enterprise.
Entitlement level: One of three levels that define your account's access to business features: General TikTok Account, TikTok Account with Advanced Access, or Verified Business Account.
Business verification: A formal review where TikTok validates your business's credentials, a requirement for unlocking the highest entitlement level.
Business Suite: The web and mobile platforms (Web Business Suite or Mobile Business Suite) that house TikTok's suite of tools for businesses.
Each entitlement level is designed for different user needs, providing a clear path to unlock more advanced business functionality as you grow.
1. General TikTok Account
This is the standard account everyone begins with. It offers the native TikTok features for content creation, engagement, but does not include entries to Web Business Suite or Mobile Business Suite.
2. TikTok Account with Advanced Access
This intermediate level is granted when you link your TikTok account to a TikTok for Business account or an unverified Business Center. It unlocks additional organic tools and insights for content management and performance analysis.
3. Verified Business Account (formerly known as Registered Business Account)
The highest level, granted after successful business verification. It unlocks enhanced business tools, stronger brand presence, and more advanced conversion capabilities, transforming the account into a full-featured business tool.
The following table breaks down which features are available at each level, helping you see what you gain with each upgrade.
Feature Category | General TikTok Account | TikTok Account with Advanced Access | Verified Business Account (VBA) |
|---|---|---|---|
Analytics | Not available via Business Suite | Basic Analytics (includes all current features) | Basic Analytics Conversion Analytics |
Messaging & Lead Generation | Not available via Business Suite | Automatic messages (Auto-reply, Welcome Message, Suggested Questions) | All Advanced Access Features Messaging auto-lead collection AI chatbot |
Conversion Tools | Not available via Business Suite | Conversion Tools Asset Management (ability to view, create, edit, or delete destination link or app download link) | All Advanced Access Features Organic Conversion Anchors (ability to attach destination link or app download link to videos or profile) |
Business Profile & Decoration | Business information (address, phone, email) and bio-link cannot be displayed. Business Page is not available. | Basic Decoration Tools (ability to edit Business information (address, phone, email), bio-link, and Business Page, but cannot display on profile) | All Advanced Access Features Public Display of Business Profile |
Creative Tools | Standard creator tools via TikTok studio | Creative Hub Post Scheduler | All Advanced Access Features Audience Geo-Targeting |
Unlocking additional features is straightforward. Follow these paths to upgrade your account's entitlement level.
How to get a TikTok Account with Advanced Access: Link your TikTok account to a TikTok for Business account or an unverified Business Center. Either path will grant you advanced access entitlements.
How to get a Verified Business Account: Complete the business verification process. You can do this through the Web Business Suite, Mobile Business Suite, or by linking your account to a verified Business Center.
Note: An Organization Account created within a verified Business Center will automatically qualify as a Verified Business Account and have access to functions exclusive to Verified Business Accounts.
To get a TikTok Account with Advanced Access:
How to link a new TikTok for Business account with a TikTok account
How to link an existing TikTok for Business account with a TikTok account
How to link an existing TikTok account in Business Center for ad delivery
How to link an existing TikTok account in Business Center for account management
To get a Verified Business Account: