Taxes
Everything Tax Related!
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Can DistroKid Help Me With My Taxes?
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Why Does DistroKid Collect Tax Information?
US-based artists are asked to complete form W-9, and non-US-based artists are asked to complete form W-8BEN. We're required to collect this information once per year, and all DistroKid users are required to complete the required tax documents in order to receive earnings from DistroKid. For any help completing the forms, please consult a tax professional. TIN/EIN for Form W-9US-based artists are asked to complete Form W-9, which asks for your TIN/EIN. As an individual, your TIN is your social security number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) if you have been issued o...
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Zenwork Tax1099, Electronic Consent, and Tax Form Delivery
DistroKid works with Zenwork Tax1099 to deliver all tax documentation. Tax1099 now requires individual consent to deliver those tax forms via eDelivery.You may receive an email from statements@tax1099.com prior to receiving your tax forms, regarding providing consent to Zenwork to have your 1099 or 1042 forms delivered electronically through xForce, their self-service portal. Please refer to this overview provided by Zenwork Tax1099 on providing consent for eDelivery of your tax documentation.When your tax form is ready, you’ll receive an email from statements@tax1099.com. From there you ca...
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Receiving a 1099 or 1042 for Your Earnings
If you made a withdrawal in the previous fiscal year, you'll receive a 1099 or 1042 via email from statements@tax1099.com. DistroKid does not provide W-2 forms at this time.If you updated your tax information multiple times in the same fiscal year, each distinct payee will receive separate forms for the withdrawals taken under their validated tax identity.For more information on how to access your 1099 or 1042 forms, including the password generated for you, please read this article.Note: We're unable to help with any tax questions/issues. Please see consult a tax professional if you requir...
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What Is the Password for My 1099 or 1042 Form?
When your tax form is ready, you’ll receive an email from statements@tax1099.com. That email will request your consent for the eDelivery of your 1099 or 1042, and include the steps required to give your consent for the eDelivery.You can click “Consent Now” in the email to receive a temporary password to begin the process of creating the Zenwork xForce account needed to complete the consent process. The temporary password will be emailed to you, and you can use that to sign in and create a permanent password. Steps to Provide eDelivery Consent:Within the email, you'll find these steps to p...
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Tax Withholding for Non-U.S. Residents
If your country of tax residency is not in the United States, up to 30% of your earnings may be subject to tax withholding. If there is a tax treaty between your country and the United States, and if you qualify for the benefits of that treaty, withholding may be reduced or eliminated.Depending on the rules and regulations in your country of tax residence, you may be able to credit some or all of the United States tax withheld (if any) against your taxes.A detailed list of applicable withholding rates per country can be found in the column labeled “Copyrights” here:https://support.tipalti.c...
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