TikTok Shop6 min read

Photos for TikTok Shop: Specifications and Best Practices

Photo sizes, formats, and rules for selling on TikTok Shop. Wrong photos are rejected in review — learn what the algorithm prefers.

TikTok Shop image specifications

  • Main photo: minimum 800×800 px, recommended 1080×1080 px.
  • Aspect ratio: 1:1 (square) for main product.
  • Format: JPG or PNG.
  • Maximum size: 5 MB per image.
  • Up to 9 photos per product.

TikTok Shop specific rules

  • No watermark on main photo (may be rejected in review).
  • No unnecessary text in the main image.
  • White or clean background is preferred by the algorithm.
  • The photo must clearly show the main advertised product.

Practical tip: Unlike Instagram, on TikTok Shop the discovery algorithm favors products with high-quality photos and clean backgrounds. This directly affects the organic reach of the listing.

Photo strategy for TikTok Shop

  • Photo 1: product on white background, high resolution.
  • Photo 2: product detail (texture, material, finish).
  • Photo 3: product in use or lifestyle context.
  • Photo 4: packaging or available color variations.
  • Photos 5-9: dimensions, usage instructions, or certifications.

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Every tool mentioned in this article is available on Lumageni.