Recods is a global music distribution platform that helps artists, choirs, bands, producers, and labels release music worldwide. We distribute your songs to 150+ digital platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, TikTok, and Amazon—while ensuring you keep 85% of your royalties with fast, secure monthly payouts.
Recods operates on an affordable, annual subscription model with two primary plans, which include essential features competitors often charge extra for:
Artist Plan: €20 / year (Suitable for a single artist or group).
Label Plan: €50 / year (Suitable for managing unlimited artists/accounts under one label).
Both plans include unlimited uploads, free YouTube Content ID, and free collaborator royalty splits.
Yes, absolutely. Recods is purely a distribution and monetization service. You retain 100% of your master rights (ownership of the recording) and 100% of your publishing rights (ownership of the composition/lyrics). You are free to leave Recods and take your music at any time.
You keep 85% of all sound recording royalties generated from streams and sales. Recods retains a competitive 15% share to cover platform maintenance, advanced analytics, Content ID management, and processing fees.
Recods distributes your music globally to over 150 digital platforms and stores. This comprehensive list includes all major streaming services and social media platforms:
Major Streaming: Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer.
Social & Video: YouTube (with free Content ID), TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and more.
Digital Stores: iTunes, Beatport, etc.
Yes, protection and monetization are standard and free features. Recods includes automatic YouTube Content ID for every release, ensuring that whenever your music is used in a video (including user-generated content, covers, or remixes), the revenue is automatically claimed and directed to you. This protection extends to social platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels.
The process is designed for speed and simplicity:
Sign Up: Choose either the Artist (€20/year) or Label (€50/year) plan.
Upload: Use the easy dashboard to upload your finalized, mastered audio file (WAV/FLAC) and high-resolution artwork (3000x3000px).
Metadata: Set your release date (we recommend at least 4 weeks out for promotional time) and input your track titles and genres. Recods automatically provides free ISRC and UPC codes.
Release: Once submitted, your music is delivered to all 150+ stores, and you can immediately access your free promotional tools.
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Join thousands of artists and labels using Recods to distribute music globally. Unlimited uploads, fast payouts, and powerful tools to grow your career.
