Spotify doesn’t accept direct artist uploads. A distributor delivers your release, while Spotify makes the final decision and sets publication timing.
Spotify distribution
Release on Spotify with creator
Release on Spotify and 70+ platforms with creator. Keep up to 95% of royalties. Plans from $12.99/month. Each platform sets its own publication timeline.
At a glance
Spotify has no fixed rate per stream or per 1,000 streams. Earnings depend on the market, access type and your share of the total streaming pool.
Pitch to editorial playlists through Spotify for Artists. Submit your release at least 7 days before it goes live.
Keep 80–95% of royalties depending on your plan. International payouts via PayPal are coming soon. Your earnings are safely accrued in your balance in the meantime.
How it works
Sign up and verify your identity
Create an account at creatormusic.ru and submit your details for verification. Review time depends on how complete your details are and our current workload. Track your status in the dashboard.
Upload your track and cover art
Prepare a WAV or M4A audio file and 3000×3000 px cover art. Add your metadata: title, genre and release date.
Your music goes live on Spotify
After our internal review, creator delivers your release to Spotify and your other selected platforms. Each platform reviews the content and determines when it goes live. Keep up to 95% of royalties.
Release requirements for Spotify
Audio formatWAV (16 or 24 bit, 44.1 kHz or higher) or M4A without a video track. Up to 300 MB per file.
Cover art3000×3000 px, JPG or PNG, without platform logos, social media logos or links.
MetadataTitle, artist, genre, release date, songwriters and contributors. Credit every co-writer: this affects payouts.
TimingInternal review usually takes up to 2–3 business days. After delivery, each platform determines its review and publication timeline. We recommend uploading at least 5–7 days before your target date.
What isn’t allowedRecordings you don’t have rights to, artificial streams or misleading artist names.
PitchingEditorial pitching through Spotify for Artists, at least 7 days before release.
FeaturesArtists can’t upload directly. Spotify only accepts content from distributors.
Frequently asked questions
No. Spotify doesn’t accept direct artist uploads; you need a distributor. creator accepts and reviews your release, then passes it through the distribution chain. Spotify makes the final decision.
After delivery, each platform determines its review and publication timeline. We recommend uploading at least 5–7 days before your target date. For Spotify for Artists pitching, Spotify recommends delivering music at least 7 days before release.
Spotify pays rights holders through the distribution chain. Your share at creator is Start 80%, Pro 90%, Label 95%. International payouts via PayPal are coming soon. Your earnings are safely accrued in your balance in the meantime.
You or your team can pitch an unreleased track through Spotify for Artists. Spotify recommends delivering music at least 7 days before release and makes clear that pitching doesn’t guarantee a playlist placement.
Spotify doesn’t publish a rate per 1,000 streams. Earnings depend on territory, access type, reporting period and your track’s share of the total pool. Your own finalized reports provide the most reliable guide.
Spotify doesn’t accept direct artist uploads, so you need a distributor. Services have different subscriptions, fees and terms. creator plans start at $12.99/month, and you keep 80–95% of royalties depending on your plan. International checkout is coming soon.
No. You can upload as an individual; a label contract and sole proprietor status aren’t required. creator pays royalties to your account in rubles quarterly.
Royalties arrive with a delay. The platform closes its reporting period and sends the distributor data about a month later. The typical delay from a stream to earnings is 2–3 months. creator pays quarterly after receiving platform reports.
Helpful guides before your release
How to release music on Spotify from Russia
Prepare your release, deliver it through a distributor, use Spotify for Artists and pitch to playlist editors.
How music distribution worksFind out what happens between uploading your release and going live on platforms.
Your pre-review release checklistCheck your files, cover art, metadata and release date before submitting.
Compare creator plansFind a plan that fits your catalog, release schedule and royalties.
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