Summary
TikTok now explicitly reserves the right to place accounts under Deferred Settlement if negative balance is suspected to be linked to fraudulent, deceptive, illegal, or harmful activities.
Why it matters
Sellers with negative balances face additional enforcement beyond tiered penalties: accounts can be locked under Deferred Settlement pending investigation. This delays fund access and extends financial exposure unpredictably.
Recommended action
Review negative balance causes and remediation speed. Ensure compliance with fraud/deception policies. Monitor account status closely and maintain payment methods current to resolve balances before crossing escalation thresholds.
We may place your account under Deferred Settlement, as described in our Dynamic Settlement and Reserve Policy, if we suspect your negative balance is linked to fraudulent, deceptive, illegal, or harmful activities.
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Affects: Seller