Have you ever launched a design on Teespring, only to discover that it doesn’t appear in the marketplace when you search for it? If you’re a new seller, or have recently created a Teespring account, this is a common issue. But don’t worry! In this guide, we’ll explain why this happens and how you can resolve it by earning the coveted Teespring Trust Score.
What is the Teespring Trust Score?
The short answer is: the Teespring Trust Score determines whether your items appear in the marketplace and benefit from Teespring’s free marketing tools. Without it, your items:
- Won’t show up in the Teespring marketplace.
- Won’t qualify for Teespring’s free marketing and advertising efforts—a major perk of the platform.
How to Earn the Teespring Trust Score?
There are three key requirements you must meet to get a Trust Score:
1. Sell at Least One Item
You need to sell at least one item to activate your Trust Score. However, purchasing the item yourself doesn’t count—you must sell to another person.
Pro Tip: While Teespring officially states that you only need one sale, many users find the Trust Score kicks in after selling between 2 to 10 items. If you’re struggling to get your first sales, check out step-by-step tutorials on Teespring sales strategies that require no paid advertising.
2. Avoid Copyrighted or Trademarked Content on Teespring
Uploading content that infringes on copyrights or trademarks is a big no-no. This includes:
- Company names or logos (e.g., Disney, Nike).
- Movie quotes or song lyrics.
- Protected images or designs.
Teespring has an automated system that flags and removes such listings. Worse, getting flagged negatively impacts your Trust Score, making it harder to recover.
Action Plan: Double-check your designs, titles, and descriptions to ensure they are 100% original and free of protected content.
3. Avoid Spam in Titles and Descriptions
Spammy titles and descriptions are another red flag for Teespring. Examples of spam include:
- Excessive capitalization: “BUY THIS NOW!”
- False urgency: “Limited time only!” or “Not available tomorrow!”
- Misleading claims.
Teespring avoids promoting such listings to maintain its reputation, so keep your descriptions clean, professional, and relevant to your design.
4. How Long Does it Take to Get a Trust Score?
Once you’ve met all three requirements, the Trust Score is automatically assigned to your account. From feedback shared by successful Teespring sellers, it typically takes about a month for the Trust Score to activate.
5. How to Know if You Have a Trust Score?
Teespring doesn’t publicly display your Trust Score, but here are two key indicators that it’s active:
- Your items start appearing in the Teespring marketplace when you search for them.
- Your daily analytics improve—you’ll notice a spike in views and traffic, thanks to Teespring’s free marketing efforts.
The Benefits of a Trust Score
Once your Trust Score is activated, it applies to your entire account. This means:
- All of your previous and future listings will show up in the marketplace.
- Teespring will promote all of your items through free marketing and advertising.
What to Do If You Don’t Have a Trust Score Yet
If you’re new to Teespring or haven’t earned your Trust Score, here’s what you should focus on:
- Make your first sales: Watch detailed guides to get your first few sales without paid ads.
- Learn copyright and trademark rules: Avoid any pitfalls by understanding what’s allowed.
- Create clean, high-quality titles and descriptions: Ensure they are professional and free of spam.
