Passive income: NO

Earning passive income directly from the TikTok Creator Economy and Monetization Services is unlikely for most individuals. While some creators may achieve passive income through sponsored content or brand deals, the majority rely on active engagement and consistent content creation to generate revenue. Automation tools can help with scheduling posts, analytics, and engagement, but ongoing effort is typically required. Few creators reach a level where income is truly passive. Misleading expectations often arise from success stories of a few outliers rather than the norm.