Diamonds & Fragments on TikTok: What They Are and How Creators Earn Them

For many LIVE hosts there is a clear misunderstanding of what diamonds are and how you gain them. If you have questions about diamonds and fragments feel free to read more. 

Diamonds & Fragments on TikTok: What They Are and How Creators Earn Them

F.O.E TikTok Agency — Official Guide

Diamonds are TikTok’s internal reward currency, designed to help creators convert their livestream engagement into real earning potential. When viewers send virtual gifts during a livestream—or, when enabled, on video posts—

[TikTok converts those gifts into Diamonds. These Diamonds accumulate inside the creator’s balance and can eventually be exchanged for real money once TikTok’s withdrawal requirements are met. Diamonds serve as a recognition of value, showing which creators are building strong, supportive communities on the platform.

How Creators Gain Diamonds

Creators earn Diamonds through authentic interaction and consistent activity. The primary ways include:

• Livestream Gifts: The most common method. Viewers send paid gifts, each holding a specific Diamond value.

• Video Gifts: Eligible accounts can receive gifts directly on posted videos.

• Event Bonuses: TikTok occasionally holds challenges or promotions that reward additional Diamonds.

• High Engagement: The more active and entertaining a creator is, the more likely their audience will respond with gifts.

Creators cannot purchase Diamonds—they must be earned directly through audience support. This ensures a fair, community-driven monetization system across the platform.

What Are Fragments?

Fragments are smaller, partial units that appear during TikTok events, challenges, or special gift types. Unlike full Diamonds, Fragments are collected gradually. Once a creator earns enough Fragments, they can merge or convert into full Diamonds or other in-app rewards. This encourages consistency, participation, and creator engagement during seasonal or promotional events.