Summary
TikTok Shop removed explicit SPS eligibility requirement (2.5 minimum) and Countdown Bidding Feature restrictions from the Auctions section. The policy now states only "Auctions" and "Breaks" headers with no qualifying conditions or prohibited activities listed under auctions.
Why it matters
This change effectively relaxes auction-related enforcement by removing documented SPS thresholds and Countdown Bidding misuse prohibitions. Sellers previously barred by low SPS scores may now regain auction access without explicit restriction. The removal of "Misuse of the Countdown Bidding Feature" language eliminates a clear violation marker, potentially creating ambiguity around what constitutes improper auction conduct and reducing predictability of enforcement actions for sellers currently operating auctions.
Recommended action
Audit current auction and Countdown Bidding activity on TikTok Shop to understand whether SPS thresholds remain enforced at the system level or have been entirely lifted. Contact TikTok Shop support to clarify whether the removed SPS requirement applies to new sellers initiating auctions or only affects existing access controls. Monitor for follow-up policy guidance on Countdown Bidding acceptable use, as removal of this language may signal a shift in feature enforcement or deprecation.
No new content was added in this update.
Any auctions or related activities conducted outside this feature are not allowed.
Misuse of the Countdown Bidding Feature is also prohibited.
Sellers must maintain a Shop Performance Score (SPS) of 2.5 or higher, or SPS null, to use this feature. If the SPS falls below 2.5, access will be removed.
Affects: Seller