If your release appears to be stuck processing with the yellow circle next to your album/track/artwork, this typically means additional processing time is required.
It can take several days for releases to be reviewed, approved, and sent to streaming services. If it's important that your release goes live on a specific date, click here to read about release dates.
Delays are rare, but they do happen, and are typically outside of DistroKid's direct control.
Cover License Processing
Securing cover song licenses can take up to 14 business days. Releases with cover songs will be submitted as soon as the license is approved by Harry Fox Agency (who handles our cover licenses). If you plan on releasing a cover song on a specific date, please keep this in mind and plan accordingly.
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