Getting your music into stores is quick and simple. Sign up for DistroKid, then head here:
From there, you'll add:
- The streaming services & stores you want your music in
- Your audio
- Your cover art
- Release info (track titles, release date, genre, & more)
Click Continue, and we'll send your music to the streaming services & stores you picked.
That's it.
The long version (only if you want a step-by-step walkthrough)
What to have ready:
- Your audio file (WAV or FLAC sound best)
- Square cover art (3000 x 3000 pixels)
Step 1: Pick your stores
DistroKid delivers to 150+ stores: Spotify, TikTok, YouTube, Apple Music, & more. Pick the ones you want your music on.
Step 2: Add your release info
Upload your audio file and square JPG artwork, then fill in your release details:
- Your artist name
- Song title or titles
- Album title
- Songwriter & collaborator names
Step 3: Pick a release date
- Musician Plus & Ultimate Plans allow you to pick any future date for release day
- If you're on the Musician Plan, your release will go live as soon as it's processed
If you'd like your music to go live everywhere on the same day, we recommend uploading about 4 weeks in advance. DistroKid delivers releases faster than any other distributor, but the extra time gives streaming services a chance to process your release before it goes live.
Step 4: Add your songs
For each track:
- Enter the song title
- Upload your audio file
- Add songwriter info
- Mark explicit lyrics if needed
You can also add featured artists & songwriters, get a cover song license, and set custom pricing and preview start times.
Step 5: Review & submit
Give your release one last look. When it's ready:
- Check the required boxes
- Click Continue
After you upload
How long does it take?
DistroKid delivers your music faster than any other distributor. Most releases appear in stores within a few days.
Typical timing:
- Spotify: 1 to 2 days
- Apple Music: 1 to 7 days
- YouTube Music: 1 to 2 days
Some releases take up to 2 weeks to appear everywhere. Once DistroKid delivers your release, each streaming service processes it on its own timeline.
Releasing a cover song?
Cover songs need licensing, which takes a little longer. Allow up to 14 business days before we can deliver it.
Your HyperFollow page
After you upload, we'll build you a free, customizable HyperFollow page for your release.
Share it on social media to collect Spotify pre-saves before release day and give people one place to find your music once it's live.
Find your pages here:
More stuff to know
What audio formats can I upload?
DistroKid accepts:
- WAV
- FLAC
- MP3
- M4A
- AIFF
- WMA
WAV and FLAC are recommended for the best audio quality.
What are the cover art requirements?
Cover art should be:
- Square
- At least 1000 x 1000 pixels
- RGB color mode
Recommended images are 3,000 x 3,000 square JPG format. This is just a recommendation though—we accept most image sizes.
Do I need an ISRC or UPC?
No. DistroKid generates both automatically and free of charge during upload.
If you're on the Musician Plus or Ultimate plans, you can also add your own ISRC and/or UPC during upload.
Can I choose my own release date?
Yes, with Musician Plus or Ultimate. If you're on the Musician plan, your release will be sent to stores as soon as it's processed, and will go live once each store completes its review and delivery process.
What is HyperFollow?
HyperFollow is a free landing page DistroKid creates for every release. It can collect Spotify pre-saves before release day and automatically updates with streaming links after your music goes live.
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