How to Distribute your music to all stores like Apple Music & Spotify+

Distributing your music on DistroKid is straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get your music on all platforms worldwide like Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music and 100’s of stores for less than $20 per year!!!!

1. Sign Up or Log In to DistroKid:
   • Go to DistroKid’s website.
   • If you don’t have an account, click on “Get Started” to sign up. If you already have an account, just log in.
2. Select a Plan:
   • DistroKid offers different pricing plans. Choose the one that suits your needs (usually annual plans).
   • Some plans include features like unlimited uploads, while others might offer additional services like YouTube Content ID or licensing.
3. Upload Your Music:
   • Once logged in, click on the “Upload” button.
   • You’ll be prompted to fill in various details about your release. These include:
     • Artist Name: Enter your name or band name.
     • Album/Single Title: Enter the title of your release.
     • Release Date: Choose the release date.
     • Cover Art: Upload the artwork for your release (make sure it meets the required dimensions).
     • Music Files: Upload your music in a high-quality format (like WAV or MP3).
4. Choose Distribution Options:
   • DistroKid allows you to select from a variety of platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc.) to distribute your music to. Choose where you want your music to be available.
   • You can also opt for additional services like YouTube Content ID, Shazam, and more.
5. Select the Genre and Other Information:
   • Select the genre of your music, and provide any other required metadata, such as track names, writers, and producers.
   • Fill in any other optional information, like ISRC codes (DistroKid can generate these for you).
6. Review and Confirm:
   • Double-check all the details you’ve entered to ensure everything is correct.
   • If everything looks good, click the “Submit” button.
7. Wait for Approval:
   • After submission, DistroKid will process your release and distribute it to the selected platforms.
   • This process usually takes a few days, but it may vary depending on the platform.
8. Monitor Your Release:
   • Once your music is live, you can track its performance through DistroKid’s dashboard, where you can see stats like streams and sales.
9. Receive Payments:
   • DistroKid will collect royalties on your behalf from the platforms where your music is available and send them to you via the payment method you selected.

That’s it! You’re all set to distribute your music worldwide using DistroKid.