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Paid · 1 min read19 April 2026

TikTok Bans AI-Generated Endorsements in Ads

TikTok's 2026 ad policy prohibits AI-generated endorsements. All advertisers must now run ads via a verified TikTok profile.

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What changed

TikTok's 2026 ad policy explicitly prohibits AI-generated endorsements in advertising content
TikTok is phasing out its Custom Identity option for advertisers
All advertisers must now run ads via a verified TikTok profile

What it means

If you've been using AI-generated avatars or deepfake-style testimonials in TikTok ads, those campaigns will be rejected. The verified profile requirement means you can't run ads from throwaway accounts. TikTok is tightening authenticity standards post-sale, likely to rebuild advertiser and user trust.

What to do

Audit any TikTok ad creative using AI-generated faces or voices. Replace with real creator content or UGC.
If you're running ads from a non-verified profile, start the verification process now.
For AU businesses spending on TikTok, the verified profile requirement is the more urgent action item.

Source: TikTok official ad policy updates

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