Music business
Spotify's 1,000-stream rule: when recording royalties start
Spotify requires 1,000 annual streams plus a listener threshold for recording royalties. Learn when payments start, what stays unpaid, and how to read reports.
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Spotify streaming penalties: fees, removals, and artist appeals
Artificial streams can mean withheld royalties, fees, and removals. Read the current Spotify and distributor rules, including the limits of an appeal.
Artist guides
Spotify Canvas requirements and how they differ from a music video
Check Spotify’s Canvas length, ratio, file rules, and artist access. Learn why a Canvas loop and a full-length video need separate delivery decisions.
Music business
Spotify Discovery Mode: what the 30% royalty fee costs
Discovery Mode has no upfront bill, but Spotify takes 30% of covered recording royalties. Compare the real cost, current contexts, and campaign reporting.
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Spotify AI persona badges: who gets labeled?
Spotify labels some synthetic artist identities. The badge can affect music discovery. It does not label every song made with AI.