A Cuban content creator living in the U.S., Yanet Atlanta has drawn attention practically by openly disclosing her earnings from TikTok. More of the relatable content which she posts includes that which revolves around everyday life, homemaking tips, and her experiences in the United States. Her flexibility and openness give inspiration to so many and trigger discussions about social media monetization.
How much does Yanet Atlanta earn on tiktok?
Indeed, it has depended on the performance of the videos she created on the app, with respect to the location of viewers, since her earnings fluctuate quite greatly on TikTok. For instance, she usually ends up earning between $1,200 and $1,400 from the Creator Fund during one month. Some months she does earn higher, for instance, October, where she made $2,886, but of course, lower months like January would see that drop down to about $900.
The Creator Fund accounts for those earnings only and doesn’t comprise the income, for example from brand collaborations or sales generated through TikTok. One of the cases she has provided showcases that variability: A video with over 4 million views on YouTube will bring in just $400 because most of the viewers are located outside the U.S., where revenue per thousand views (RPM) is lower.
Despite being subject to these changes, Yanet’s success on TikTok has, indeed, motivated others into venturing in the potentiality of this platform. In fact, most comments about her videos show just how great impact her journey has made: “I hope they don’t take away TikTok because I’ve made $2,000 already,” “You deserve this success; I hope you earn even more next year,” and so on.
Ways to earn money on tik tok
TikTok provides several monetization options for creators, allowing them to diversify their income streams:
1. TikTok Creator Fund: Creators are rewarded based on video performance. To qualify, users must be at least 18 years old, have 10,000 or more followers, accumulate 100,000 views in the past 30 days, and reside in eligible countries.
2. Live Streaming: Creators with over 1,000 followers can host live streams and receive virtual gifts from viewers, which can be converted into real money.
3. Brand Collaborations: Companies pay creators to promote their products or services through sponsored posts or mentions.
4. Affiliate Marketing: Creators earn commissions by promoting products through affiliate links.
5. Selling Products or Services: TikTok can be used as a platform to promote personal businesses or online stores.
6. TikTok Creator Marketplace: This tool connects brands with creators for tailored advertising campaigns.
Challenges of monetizing tiktok
Yanet agrees that among all the aspects that TikTok offers to creators, income is the most unpredictable. Audience location and monetization criteria of TikTok are other major elements that bring about income variability. For example, a video producing few views but has a U.S.-based audience can make much more money than a viral video with an international audience.
Moreover, earnings from Tik Tok in the United States are taxed. The Internal Revenue Service considers that income subject to taxation and should be reported in documents submitted to the federal facility each year. The following aspects are significant:
- Form 1099: TikTok or its payment processor issues this form for creators who earn more than $600 annually.
- Deductions: Creators can deduct expenses related to their work, such as equipment and software.
- State and Federal Taxes: Earnings are taxed at both levels.
Yanet openly talks about her money, and even the heights as well as challenges of making cash on TikTok, and her story inspires incoming creators to use the platform for income.
