How to Release Your Music on Digital Platforms

A digital release needs more than a finished audio file. Artwork, metadata, credits, file quality and a clear release plan all matter.

Prepare the Master

Export a final master with consistent technical settings and keep an uncompressed archival version. Check the beginning, ending and fades before delivery.

Prepare Artwork and Metadata

Use correctly sized artwork and consistent artist, title, composer and contributor information. Review spelling carefully because metadata is reused across platforms.

Choose a Distribution Route

Use a legitimate distributor or platform-specific publishing route appropriate to your release. Keep your account and rights information organized.

Promotion After Release

Prepare short clips, social posts and a simple content schedule so the release has supporting communication rather than a single announcement.