🎬 Here is A Full Step-by-Step Guide with Real Example on How to Appeal TikTok “Low Quality” or Creator Rewards Disqualification, If your video get disqualified for Creator Rewards.
If TikTok disqualified your video from the Creator Rewards Program for “low quality,” “copyright,” or “originality”, don’t panic. Many creators face this issue, and most times, it can be fixed with a clear and correct appeal.
In this article, I’ll show you how to appeal properly (both in-app and through email), how to explain your case, and how to handle special situations like using royalty-free clips, original clips, or another creator’s sound.
I’ll also share my real story of how I was disqualified, appealed, and finally got approved by TikTok.
💰 What Is the TikTok Creator Rewards Program?
TikTok’s Creator Rewards Program pays creators for original, engaging, and high-quality videos that are at least 1 minute long.
TikTok checks for:
- Video quality (HD and clear visuals)
- Original sound and content
- Engagement (likes, comments, and watch time)
- Effort and creativity in editing
If your video doesn’t meet these requirements or seems reused, TikTok may disqualify it — even if it’s a mistake. That’s when you should appeal.
🚨 Why TikTok Disqualifies Videos
Videos can be marked “ineligible” or “low quality” for reasons like:
- Poor resolution (blurry, pixelated, or dark visuals)
- Reused or copyrighted content
- No voice-over or original commentary
- Using others’ sounds without permission
- AI-generated or low-effort uploads
- Minimal editing or originality
But if you believe your content is original, you can appeal it directly to TikTok.
✨ My Real Story – How I Got Approved After Being Disqualified
My video titled “Prayer for My Daughter” was disqualified from Creator Rewards for being marked as low quality.
But I knew it was 100% original, the sound was my own and the visuals were royalty-free clips I edited myself.
So I appealed using this exact message 👇
“Hello TikTok Team, the sound in my video ‘Prayer for My Daughter’ is my own, I’m the original creator, and it was distributed through my music distributor. The visuals are royalty-free clips from Pixabay, fully edited by me in HD. Please review this video again for Creator Rewards eligibility. Thank you! 🙏”
Within a few days, TikTok approved my video again. ✅
This shows that appeals work when you explain clearly and respectfully.
📲 How to Appeal from the TikTok App (Step-by-Step)
- Go to the video that was disqualified.
- Tap the three dots (⋯) or the flag icon.
- Select “Submit an appeal.”
- Choose “Creator Rewards → Video Disqualified → Low Quality.”
- Type your appeal message explaining your ownership and content details.
Example appeal:
“Hello TikTok Team, my video was marked as low quality, but it contains HD visuals and my original sound. The clips are royalty-free from Pixabay, and I fully edited them in HD. Kindly review this video again for Creator Rewards eligibility. Thank you.”
- Attach proof if available (music license, editing screenshot, etc.).
- Submit and wait 24–72 hours for TikTok’s review.
💌 How to Appeal by Email
If the in-app appeal doesn’t work, you can email TikTok directly.
📧 Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Subject:
“Appeal: Creator Rewards Disqualification (Low Quality Error)”
Message Example:
Hello TikTok Team,
My video titled “Prayer for My Daughter” was disqualified from Creator Rewards due to low quality. However, I am the original creator of the sound (distributed through my music distributor), and the visuals are royalty-free HD clips from Pixabay that I edited myself.
Kindly review this video again for Creator Rewards eligibility.
Thank you for your time and support.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
[@Your TikTok Username]
🎥 Difference Between Appealing with Royalty-Free Clips vs Original Clips
Many creators get confused about this, so here’s a clear difference 👇
✅ If You’re Using Royalty-Free Clips (from Pixabay, Pexels, Storyblocks, etc.):
TikTok may think your video is reused because the same clips appear online.
To appeal, always mention your source and show that you edited it yourself.
Example message:
“Hello TikTok Team, this video uses HD royalty-free clips from Pixabay, which are free for commercial use. I edited, color-corrected, and added music and text myself. Kindly review it for Creator Rewards eligibility. Thank you.”
This tells TikTok you didn’t steal footage, you used free resources legally and creatively.
✅ If You’re Using Your Own Original Clips (recorded by you):
State clearly that you’re the owner and creator of all visuals and audio.
Example message:
“Hello TikTok Team, all visuals and sound in this video are original and recorded by me. I filmed and edited this content myself in HD. Please review this video again for Creator Rewards eligibility. Thank you.”
This gives TikTok proof that your work is authentic and personally created.
🎬 If You’re the Creator Behind the Scenes
If you’re not visible in the video but you’re the director, editor, or producer, TikTok may think it’s reused.
So explain your role clearly.
Example message:
“Hello TikTok Team, I’m the original creator of this video. I directed, shot, and edited it, even though I do not appear on camera. I own full rights to this content. Kindly review it again for Creator Rewards eligibility. Thank you.”
If possible, attach a screenshot of your editing timeline or original file.
🎵 If You Used Another Creator’s Sound
If you used someone else’s sound directly from TikTok’s sound library, you’re still allowed to use it, but your video must show creativity.
Example appeal:
“Hello TikTok Team, the sound in this video was used through TikTok’s ‘Use this sound’ feature. The visuals, captions, and editing are fully original. Kindly review this video again for Creator Rewards eligibility. Thank you.”
Make sure you’ve added your own content, like your voice, text, or new visuals.
🔄 If TikTok Rejects Your First or Second Appeal
If your first appeal gets denied, don’t give up.
TikTok reviews are handled by different moderation teams, so the next review may be fairer.
Here are sample follow-up appeal messages you can use:
📲 In-App Follow-Up Message (after 1st rejection)
“Hello TikTok Team,
Thank you for reviewing my appeal. I understand your initial decision; however, I’d like to clarify again that this video contains original audio created by me and visuals sourced legally from royalty-free platforms (Pixabay/Pexels).
The final edit was produced in HD quality for creative and educational purposes.
Please kindly recheck this video for Creator Rewards eligibility.
Thank you again for your time.”
💌 Email Follow-Up (after 2nd rejection)
Subject: 2nd Appeal Request – Low Quality Violation Review
Hello TikTok Team,
I appreciate your previous review. I’m submitting this second appeal for my video “[Video Title]” which was marked as “Low Quality.”
I’d like to emphasize that the video’s audio is my original creation, and the visuals are royalty-free, professionally edited, and meet HD quality standards.
Please reconsider this decision, as I believe it meets all Creator Rewards guidelines.Thank you for your patience and for supporting creators like us. 🙏
Best regards,
[Your TikTok Username]
🧩 When to Use Each Type of Appeal
| Type of Video | How to Appeal |
|---|---|
| Original clips and sound | Emphasize your ownership, HD quality, and creativity. |
| Royalty-free clips | Mention the source (Pixabay, Pexels, Unsplash) and that you edited them in HD. |
| Using another Creator’s sound (from TikTok library) | Explain that the sound was added using TikTok’s licensed sound library, which is permitted under platform policy. |
| Behind-the-scenes or real-life video | Clarify that it’s original content you filmed yourself, not reused or copied. |
✅ Always make sure your video looks clear, high-quality, and authentic — avoid pixelated clips, duplicate uploads, or overused stock footage.
🚫 How to Avoid Future “Low Quality” Violations
- Use HD (1080p) videos only.
- Avoid uploading duplicate or AI-edited low-res clips.
- Edit your videos creatively (transitions, captions, overlays).
- Add clear text or narration to show originality.
- Use your own sound or TikTok’s official sound library.
- Avoid using too many reused stock clips without editing.
- Keep your videos over 1 minute long for Creator Rewards eligibility.
- Always write clear captions and hashtags that match your content.
🌟 Final Words
Getting disqualified from TikTok’s Creator Rewards Program can be frustrating, but remember, it’s not the end.
Most rejections happen because TikTok’s system can’t tell if your content is original.
If you explain it clearly, show your ownership, and appeal respectfully, you have a high chance of approval.
I was rejected twice and finally got approved by submitting a simple, polite message explaining that my sound was original and my visuals were royalty-free and edited by me.
So don’t give up, appeal with confidence and clarity, and your hard work will be recognized. 🙌
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