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Here’s how to change the email address associated with your DistroKid account: Sign into DistroKid. Click on your profile icon in the top right. Click “Account”.
How long does DistroKid withdrawal take?
Distrokid takes 1-14 days to process payment from when you submit a withdrawal request.
Does DistroKid accept debit cards?
Currently DistroKid requires payment using Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express cards.
What time does DistroKid release?
DistroKid prides itself on how quickly it places music in stores, but to be safe, you should set your release date 3-4 weeks in advance. Unfortunately, if you have the basic Musician subscription of DistroKid, you will not be able to set a release date for the future, and all releases will go live immediately.
Do artists get paid for streams on Apple music?
Apple, as reported by The Wall Street Journal, announced that it pays artists a mere penny per stream, and (as stingy as that sounds) that’s actually good — comparatively speaking.
Does DistroKid let you set a release date?
Yes, if you have a “musician plus” or “label” plan. If you already have a DistroKid account and want to upgrade, sign in and click “upgrade.” You can use a release date from the past, in order to reflect a previously released album or single.
Why is DistroKid taking so long?
This typically means additional processing time is required. It can take several days for albums to be reviewed, approved, and sent to streaming services. If it’s important that your album go live on a specific date, click here to read about release dates.
How much does 1 million Spotify streams pay?
Artists can make an average of anywhere from $3,300 to $3,500 per 1 million streams. These figures have fluctuated to some extent in 2020 and 2021, actually rising slightly for the first time since the company was founded in 2006.
How much does Apple pay for 1000 streams? Apple Music pays artists about $6 to $10 per 1,000 streams.
If your music is being listened to by people in wealthier countries, and more of those listeners are using a paid plan, then you will make more money per stream.
How do I change my PayPal info on DistroKid?
DistroKid supports a large number of payout options through our payment provider Tipalti, including PayPal, ACH, wire transfer, eCheck, or even paper checks! To change your preferred payout method, click on your profile icon in the upper right, and then select “Payout Method”.
Do you need PayPal for DistroKid?
We cannot accept PayPal payments at this time. Currently DistroKid requires payment using Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express cards.
Does DistroKid collect from YouTube?
We keep 20% of the revenue from YouTube videos that we find, and send you the rest (80%). But you still keep the money you earn from streaming services and music stores like iTunes, Spotify etc. You always keep 100% of that, minus banking fees/applicable taxes.
How do I change my payout in DistroKid?
How much money do you get for 1 million streams on Apple Music?
How Much Does Apple Music Pay Per Stream 2021? Forbes reports, streaming services like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Google Play and Pandora pay artists approximately $5,000 to $15,000 for every 1 million plays of a song.
How do you get paid off DistroKid? When you’re owed money, DistroKid will ask you for you payout preferences in the “bank” tab. Until you’re owed money, you won’t be asked for your payout preferences. DistroKid supports a large number of payout options through our payment provider, including PayPal, ACH, wire transfer, eCheck, or even a paper check!
Does DistroKid copyright your music? DistroKid does not copyright your music for you or register your songs for copyright, DistroKid simply distributes your music. DistroKid also does not register your music with any publishers or performance rights organizations.
How long does DistroKid fixer take?
How long will it take for services to fix my mapping issues. Services typically process these requests within several days, but it can sometimes take several weeks to complete them. We won’t get notification if/when it’s done, so the best thing to do is just keep checking the store when you have the chance.
Does DistroKid pay to PayPal?
DistroKid supports a large number of payout options through our payment provider, including PayPal, ACH, wire transfer, eCheck, or even a paper check! To select your preferred method, click on your profile icon in the upper right, and then select “Payout Method”.
Can 2 artists have the same name on Spotify?
Often, bands/artists that have the same or similar names get placed under the same Spotify artist profile or an album gets placed under the wrong artist profile. In order to get this corrected, we need to file something called an Artist Separation.
Does DistroKid distribute to Soundcloud?
DistroKid does not distribute music to Soundcloud.
DistroKid can distribute your music to most stores and streaming platforms, but Soundcloud is not included in their offering.
Can I use PayPal to pay DistroKid?
DistroKid supports a large number of payout options through our payment provider, including PayPal, ACH, wire transfer, eCheck, or even a paper check!
How do I pay for DistroKid?
DistroKid supports a large number of payout options through our payment provider Tipalti, including PayPal, ACH, wire transfer, eCheck, or even paper checks!
What is the best distributor for Spotify?
The best music distributor in 2021 as recommended by Spotify is DistroKid. DistroKid is at the #1 position in Spotify’s list of preferred music distributors and is a very popular choice for artists because, for a small annual fee, artists get fast unlimited song uploads while getting to keep 100% of their income.
When should I set my release date? We always recommend selecting a release date at least 6 weeks from the date you submit for distribution to allow enough time to promote your music and ensure your release date is honored.
