The short answer is that TikTok does not have a set "per view" rate. In addition to a long list of variables (video length, watch time, region, niche, engagement, whether a video qualifies for ad revenue, etc.), payments are contingent on the monetization program you choose (Creator Fund/Creator Rewards, Pulse/ads, Live gifts, commerce/affiliate, or brand deals). Typical ranges that have been reported:

• ≈ $0.02 to $0.04 per 1,000 views → $20 to $40 per 1,000,000 views (many creators claimed it was frequently lower) was the old Creator Fund, which is now closed in many markets. (Riverside)
  
  
• The more recent Creator Rewards/Creator Rewards Program (which replaced TikTok). according to industry estimates and creators, eligible videos receive between $0.40 and $1.00 (or $0.40 to $1+) per 1,000 views, or $0.0004 and $0.001 per view. Payouts are very different.(TikTok)
  
  
• TikTok Pulse/ad revenue share: extremely erratic — early creator reports revealed that RPMs (revenue per 1,000 qualifying views) ranged from pennies to $6–$17 per 1,000 views for a select few creators in particular months (though the majority of creators reported numbers on the low end). Only when your video is chosen for ad placements (high-performing content) does Pulse pay.(Businessinsider)
  

I describe each of these below, along with realistic per-view calculations, how TikTok actually compensates creators, and how you (or your readers) can actually boost earnings.

Why “per view” is misleading

On TikTok, a single view can indicate a variety of things: Watch times vary, 1-second autoplay in the For You feed counts, and eligibility for ad revenue or creator rewards is dependent on variables other than the number of views (e.g., originality, watch time, length). As a result, TikTok and the industry discuss program-specific payouts or RPM (revenue per 1,000 views) rather than a general "per view" cent value. TikTok has evolved from a basic Creator Fund to more complex incentive schemes.(TikTok)

The main TikTok income streams (and how they pay)

A. Creator Rewards / Creator Rewards Program (TikTok official)

• What it is: TikTok's updated Creator Rewards Program, which replaced the previous Creator Fund, employs a new "optimized rewards formula" and seeks to incentivize longer, original videos. Region and compliance with program regulations determine eligibility and precise per-video payments. Although it doesn't disclose a set per-view rate, TikTok claims that the new rewards formula can pay out up to many times more than the previous fund.(TikTok)
  
  

B. TikTok Pulse / ad revenue share

• What it is: While Pulse originally offered a 50/50 split for ads placed next to the top 4% of videos, TikTok sells advertising that can appear next to content that performs well and gives creators a share of the ad revenue. Only eligible videos are paid by Pulse, and creators need to fulfill eligibility requirements (e.g., Creator Marketplace). Payouts to early creators have varied widely.(Techcrunch)
  
  

C. Live gifts & Diamonds

• What it is: During Lives, creators cash out a portion of the virtual gifts that viewers send, which turn into Diamonds. For creators who can livestream and develop a tipping audience, this is direct viewer-to-creator revenue that frequently outperforms passive view-based programs. (TikTok takes a cut during the cash-out and conversion phases.)
  
  

D. Creator Marketplace / Brand deals & Sponsorships

• What it is: For sponsored posts, brands pay creators directly. Rates vary greatly depending on the niche, number of followers, engagement, and negotiation; they are frequently much higher than what TikTok pays per view. Brand deals are the most consistent source of income for many creators.(BusinessInsider)
  
  

E. TikTok Shop / Affiliate & Commerce

• What it is: Commissions from sales, not views, are paid when products are sold or linked through TikTok Shop or affiliate programs. Pure CPM-style payouts may not be as profitable as high-converting content.(BusinessInsider)
  
  

Real-world numbers — what creators report (ranges and examples)

Note: We're compiling the findings from several credible sources and creator reports, as platforms and creators report varying figures.

• Creator Fund (older program): Earnings are frequently lower in practice, with many sources and creator statements placing earnings between $0.02 and $0.04 per 1,000 views, or $20 to $40 per 1,000,000 views. Many creators criticized it as inconsequential because of this.(Riverside)
  
  
• Creator Rewards (newer program): According to industry articles and calculators updated in 2024–2025, qualifying videos in the redesigned system will earn $0.40–$1.00+ per 1,000 views, which is a significant improvement if you qualify. Watch time, length, and originality all affect the precise figures.(InfluencerMarketingHub)
  
  
• TikTok Pulse (ad revenue sharing): According to early reports, RPMs varied greatly; some creators reported earning only a few cents for high view counts, while others reported earning several dollars for every 1,000 qualifying views. RPMs in specific months ranged from about $0.74 to about $17, according to a small sample of creators (though those are outliers and depend on which views were eligible).(BusinessInsider)
  
  

Example calculations — digit-by-digit (so you can plug in your own numbers)

If you hear “$0.50 per 1,000 views” (a mid-range Creator Rewards estimate):

• 1,000 views → $0.50.
• 10,000 views → 10 × $0.50 = $5.00.
• 100,000 views → 100 × $0.50 = $50.00.
• 1,000,000 views → 1,000 × $0.50 = $500.00.

So:

• Per view = $0.50 ÷ 1,000 = $0.0005 per view.
• 1 million views = 1,000,000 × $0.0005 = $500.

If you heard “$0.02 per 1,000 views” (old fund low end):

• 1,000 views → $0.02.
• 1,000,000 views → 1,000 × $0.02 = $20.

These calculations demonstrate how variations in RPM (per-1,000 rate) quickly increase: $0.02 versus $0.50 per 1,000 views translates to $20 versus $500 for one million views. For your own estimates, use the RPM × (views ÷ 1,000) formula.(Riverside)

Important factors that change payouts (so “per view” is different per creator)

1. Which monetization program (Reward programs, pulses, live gifts, and brand deals).(TikTok)
   
   
2. Video length & originality —In more recent programs, TikTok has pushed rewards toward longer (≥1 minute) original content.(TikTok)
   
   
3. Watch time & completion rate —Longer watch times tend to increase reward calculations and signal value.(TheVerge)
   
   
4. Region / currency fluctuations — Payout currencies and markets affect TikTok's earnings.(TikTok)
   
   
5. Whether views were eligible for ads Ads must be attached for Pulse-like revenue to be paid.(BusinessInsider)
   
   
6. Niche & advertiser demand — Ad CPMs are higher in some categories (finance, tech, and beauty).(BusinessInsider)
   

How creators actually make the most money (practical strategies)

• Combine income streams — Don't rely solely on views. Make use of brand promotions, shop/affiliate links, and live gifts.
  
  
• Build repeatable engagement — Better rewards and increased brand interest result from increased engagement and watch time.
  
  
• Use longer original videos where eligible — TikTok's Creator Rewards encourage original content that lasts at least one minute.
  
  
• Join TikTok Creator Marketplace / Pulse if eligible — For qualified creators, it opens up ad revenue opportunities, but be prepared for variability.
  
  
• Negotiate brand deals — For many creators, brands offer flat fees or performance-based rates that are significantly higher than in-app RPM.

Quick checklist for creators who want to maximize earnings

• If you qualify, register for Creator Rewards and Creator Marketplace.
  
  
• Put quality and originality first because TikTok rewards original content.
  
  
• Develop a following of gifting fans and livestream frequently.
  
  
• Create email and other channels and expand into e-commerce and brand deals.
  
  

Bottom line (TL;DR)

• On TikTok, there isn't a single dollar amount per view. Program, eligibility, video quality, watch duration, location, and whether the view qualified for ad revenue all affect payouts.
  
  
• In the past, the old Creator Fund paid between $0.02 and $0.04 for every 1,000 views. Although payouts are still erratic and frequently fall short of creator expectations, the new Creator Rewards Program and ad revenue sharing can offer significantly higher compensation.
  
  
• Combine creator payouts with live gifts, brand deals, and commerce/affiliate—these typically generate the real money—for a substantial income.
  
  

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