The TikTok Pro has just been launched in Europe—Spain, Germany, and Portugal—with built-in charity features. TikTok Pro is the alternative version of the short video app. The new version features a set of advanced tools—Sunshine Programme and Virtual Sunshine—available to creators and business accounts on TikTok. Although the new app offers the same core TikTok feed but stripped of ads, e-commerce/shopping features, and livestreaming monetization, plus the built-in sunshine program for charity—making it a leaner, more content-centric experience.
Users can earn “virtual sunshine” by inviting others to join and by interacting with charity-related content, such as liking or reposting videos, following charity accounts, or searching for charitable causes. They can then use this virtual sunshine on a charity, after which TikTok will make a donation to the organization. In a nutshell, TikTok Pro in Europe is a new app variant that replaces TikTok’s commercial elements with charity-focused features. It uses the familiar short-video interface but with no ads, no shopping, and no creator monetization—all reoriented toward supporting verified nonprofits through the Sunshine Programme.
How to Use TikTok Pro with Built-in Charity
Using the TikTok Pro with built-in charity features is simple. Kindly follow this step-by-step guide to use TikTok Pro with the built-in Sunshine Programme charity system, designed for users in countries like Germany, Portugal, and Spain, where the app is currently available:
- Go to your phone’s App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android), and search for “TikTok Pro.” However, you must make sure that you install the official version by TikTok Inc.
- Once you find the official app by TikTok Inc., click on the "Install" or "Get" button to download the app on your device.
- Once the app is installed on your device, open the app and sign in with your existing TikTok account or create a new one if you're not a user yet.
- However, note that you must be 18+ to participate in the Sunshine Programme, and age verification must be passed before you proceed.
The Sunshine Programme lets users earn “Sunshine” points through specific in-app actions. These are not for personal use or monetization—they are used to trigger real donations to NGOs, funded by TikTok. Kindly follow the section below to earn sunshine points and know how to donate your sunshine.
How to Earn Sunshine Points on the TikTok Pro
You can earn virtual Sunshine by doing the following:
| Action | Sunshine Earned |
|---|---|
| Watching designated charity videos | 🌞 Sunshine points |
| Liking or reposting NGO videos | 🌞 Sunshine points |
| Following NGO or charity accounts | 🌞 Sunshine points |
| Searching for cause-related content | 🌞 Sunshine points |
| Inviting friends to join TikTok Pro | 🌞 Referral bonus points |
📝 Tip: Look for content with the Sunshine badge or charity tags to know which actions qualify.
How to Donate your Sunshine
Donating sunshine on the TikTok Pro app is simple. Kindly follow the instructions provided below to do so. Once you accumulate Sunshine points:
- Go to the Sunshine Programme section in the app. You'll find the feature in your profile menu, or click it on the homepage banner directly.
- Browse the list of partner charities (e.g., MSF, WaterAid, NABU, etc.).
- Tap “Donate Sunshine” to allocate your points to the cause of your choice.
- TikTok converts that Sunshine into real-world donations on your behalf.
This is just how to use your sunshine points for donations on the TikTik Pro app. The charity feature is a social impact platform that makes it easy to turn daily engagement into real-world good.
