TikTok reportedly cut violations triggering immediate advertiser bans from 37 to 13

Forbes reports TikTok cut the number of advertiser violations warranting immediate bans from 37 to 13 in fall 2025. Its analysis of Better Business Bureau complaints found reports mentioning TikTok rose 142% in the six months after the change compared with the six months before; reports detailing non-delivery scams rose more than 200%. TikTok called the allegations false and said it strictly prohibits deceptive advertising.