Royalties6 min read
How Much Do I Earn Per Stream on Apple Music (2026 Edition)
The Apple Music pay per stream rates for 2026 as of February 1st.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Feb 1, 2026
Royalties6 min read
How Much Do I Get Per Stream on Deezer (2026 Edition)
The Deezer pay per stream rates for 2026 as of February 1st.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Feb 1, 2026
Royalties7 min read
How Much Do I Get Per Stream on Meta (Facebook & Instagram) (2026 Edition)
The Facebook and Instagram pay per stream rates for 2026 as of February 1st.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Feb 1, 2026
Royalties6 min read
How Much Do I Get Per Stream on Spotify (2026 Edition)
The Spotify pay per stream rates for 2026 as of February 1st.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Feb 1, 2026
Royalties7 min read
How Much Do I Get Per Stream on TikTok (2026 Edition)
TikTok pays $0.000003 per stream on average, roughly 730 times less than Spotify. Here is what the data actually shows about TikTok royalties in 2026, which countries pay the most, and what TikTok is actually worth to artists.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Feb 1, 2026
Royalties8 min read
How Much Does YouTube Pay Per Stream in 2026?
YouTube ad-supported streams pay a global average of $0.00200 per play. But South Korean viewers pay 5x that. This guide breaks down every YouTube revenue stream, country-by-country rates, and how to calculate your actual earnings.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Feb 1, 2026
Royalties13 min read
Music Publishing Explained: A Complete Guide to Publishing Royalties
Understand how music publishing works, the difference between mechanical and performance royalties, types of publishing deals, and how to collect every penny you are owed as a songwriter. Includes real numbers and actionable registration steps.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 19, 2026
Royalties10 min read
All the Music Royalties You Should Be Collecting in 2026
Most independent artists collect 2 or 3 of the 13 royalty streams they are owed. This guide covers every royalty type, who collects it, and the exact steps to make sure none of your money goes unclaimed.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 6, 2026
Royalties9 min read
How to Calculate Your Music Streaming Royalties: Complete Guide
Learn exactly how streaming royalties work, what factors affect your earnings, and how to estimate income across platforms. This guide empowers independent artists, songwriters, and labels to plan releases, track revenue, and maximize streaming income.
Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 1, 2026