General
What are the FTC Guidelines for creators using Bounty?
Even though you purchased the product you're sharing, it is required by the FTC that creators using Bounty need to disclose that they may choose to accept compensation for their posts. We require creators to use #bounty on any post they're ...
How does Bounty work?
1. Sign up for Bounty at bounty.co/sign-up. 2. Follow the instructions in our web app to accept your Bounties. 3. Post a TikTok or Instagram about the products you purchased from one of Bounty’s brand partners. Make sure your post is eligible for ...
Who can use Bounty?
Anyone 18 years of age or older with a TikTok account! You'll also want to have a Stripe account (United States based creators) or PayPal account (Canada based creators) so we can send you your earnings.
Where can I use Bounty?
Check out our constantly growing list of Bounty partner brands here! Is there a brand you'd like us to add? Let us know by emailing support@bounty.co.
How do I know how much I'll make from using Bounty?
The better your video performs in the first 48 hours, the more you get paid! You can view the minimum payout for your first video for a brand by looking at the dollar amount shown on their icon in our Store Directory. As content gains more views, the ...
How long does it take to get my money?
Once you have created approved content, the funds you earn sit in a pending status for 7 days. After this holding period, the funds are available to withdraw from your Bounty Account via Stripe. Simply submit a withdrawal request from your Bounty ...
How many TikToks can I post per order?
To maximize video performance and reach, we recommend 1 TikTok per order, but you're welcome to create 1 TikTok per eligible item in your order. Be sure to claim the Bounty in your Bounty Account before posting each TikTok so we can handle view ...
Where can I post content for Bounty?
TikTok and Instagram are our true homes for now, but we're looking into jumping into more socials soon!
What do I need to do when posting content for Bounty?
Clear audio, centered product focus, and great energy all make for fantastic content that brands love to see! Be sure to avoid swearing, have a 1-3 second hook to grab your audience's attention, tag the brand, and leave that awesome video public so ...
What if I don't like the product?
Let's face it, not every purchase we make is our favorite. If that's the case with a purchase that's eligible for Bounty, it's not a video for Bounty. If you still want to share your review, you should! We aren't here to tell you what to post. We're ...
What should I avoid in my content?
Swearing and/or using sounds that have swearing in them, poor lighting, distracting or unclear audio, rough transitions, giveaways, and promotional or referral codes are all things to avoid when getting your Bounty approved. If you have a question ...
Who owns the rights to the content I create?
When you create content for an eligible Bounty order, you grant Bounty a license to the content and you also retain a license to the content. Our license allows Bounty to sublicense the content to the brand on your behalf.
What should I do if I run into an issue when posting?
Shoot us an email at support@bounty.co if you need any assistance, we'd love to help!
My video hasn't been detected.
No worries, this is usually an easy fix! This happens most typically because incorrect tags were used in the video description box (these are the tags shown to you when you accepted the Bounty). If the video was posted with the incorrect tags, please ...
Do I earn the same amount for every brand I post about?
The standard Bounty payout starts at $1 per 100 views, but can vary from brand to brand. The starting at rate will drop lower with the more views your video receives, as the views become less targeted. You can view the starting payout for a specific ...
Is Bounty a "Positive Reviews" service?
No. Bounty is not a reviews service. Bounty helps make influencer marketing accessible to real customers. Brands and customers are tired of influencers who promote products they don't actually buy or use. Brands would rather work with real customers ...
Is there a maximum amount I can earn on my product?
Nope! There’s no cap on the number of views you’re paid for, but keep in mind you're only paid for organic views generated in the first 48 hours. Check out our the slider that appears when accepting your Bounty for a helpful calculator that can give ...
If I change the TikTok account associated with my Bounty account, will my existing Bounties still be detected?
Yes! Your existing Bounties will still be associated with your account. In order to update the TikTok account associated with your Bounty account, go to the verify TikTok page and use the TikTok you would like to change your account to. You may need ...
Why was my Bounty rejected?
Please make sure your video is well-lit, focused on the product you ordered, and shot vertically to take up the whole screen on the TikTok app. Most brands do not allow for profanity, so please double-check to make sure you aren't using an explicit ...
Why can't I withdraw my balance?
Bounty has partnered with Stripe for all payouts moving forward to ensure the most secure withdrawal experience for you! Stripe ensures Bounty remains compliant with all financial rules and regulations and keeps your data safe. Stripe does have a $10 ...
I need help finishing Stripe setup.
You can set up your Stripe account under the wallet tab of your Bounty account, or by following this link: https://creators.earnbounty.com/wallet/withdraw. Make sure to fill out the business type for your account (should be "individual" unless you ...
I need to update my phone number.
Please update your phone number by reaching out to our Support team using the chat function in the lower right corner. In addition to the new phone number, you'll need to provide us with your old phone number and email address currently associated ...
Can I review a retail order?
For most brands, we're only able to issue Bounties for products purchased online. Select brands support creating Bounties for retail orders. Feel free to check them out by visiting our Shop page and filtering by brands with the "In-store" tag.
Do you have a mobile app?
Not yet! While we plan on releasing a mobile app in the future, you'll want to sign in to Bounty to access your account information for now.
Can I sign up if I don't live in the US or Canada?
At this time, we do not support new sign ups from outside the US or Canada, but we expect that to change in the future!
Can I create a Bounty for an item I purchased in a store?
In order to generate a Bounty, you'll need to purchase an eligible product from a Bounty from directly through the brand's website for most brands. Select stores allow Bounties to be created from retail purchases. Check out our partner brands and ...
I need help with my order.
Since Bounty only helps you get paid for your views, we don't have the ability to make any adjustments to the order itself. If you accidentally ordered two items instead of one, if your shipping address has changed, or if a coupon code didn't apply, ...
There's an issue with my product.
You'll need to reach out directly to the brand for questions about replacements or order details, as Bounty is separate from the brand or retailer.
I never received my order.
Since Bounty only helps you get paid for your views, we don't have the ability to assist directly with issues related to order fulfillment. Please reach out directly to the brand for an order status update.
How do I change the TikTok account associated with my Bounty account?
You can update the TikTok account associated with your Bounty account by going to the verify TikTok page and connecting the TikTok account you would like to use. You may need to log into the TikTok account you would like to use in your browser ...
Why don't my views in TikTok and the views on my Bounty account match?
There is a slight delay between TikTok's view tracking and Bounty's, but we grab a snapshot of the live view count at the end of the 48 hour tracking period to ensure the view count is up to date. Once the 48 hour view-tracking window has been ...
How do I close my Bounty account?
If you'd like to close your Bounty account, please send an email to support@bounty.co or open a chat request from your Bounty account dashboard. Our team will need to verify your identity using some account information, and then your account will be ...
What should I post for the Bounty?
Our best-performing videos have a 1-3 second hook with an energetic creator, loud and clear audio, and continuous focus on the product you ordered. Be sure to avoid swearing. We encourage you to check out the featured Bounties on a brand's Shop page ...