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Streaming Royalties

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Production Tools

General Questions

Directories & Resources

Music Career & Industry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Streaming Royalties

How much does Spotify pay per stream?

Why do streaming rates vary so much?

How do I get paid from streaming platforms?

What's the difference between mechanical and performance royalties?

How many streams do I need to make a living?

Which streaming platform pays the best?

Our Calculators

How accurate are your streaming calculators?

What's the difference between the Basic and Advanced calculator?

What is the Reverse Calculator for?

Do your calculators account for my distributor's cut?

Production Tools

How do I use the BPM Tap Tool?

How do I calculate delay time for my song's tempo?

What reverb decay time should I use?

How does the Frequency Calculator work?

General Questions

Is Tools 4 Music really free?

How often do you update streaming rates?

Can I use your tools for my record label or management company?

Do you have an API for your calculators?

How can I suggest a new feature or tool?

I found an error in your calculations. How do I report it?

Directories & Resources

What music industry directories do you offer?

How do I find the right PRO (Performing Rights Organization) for me?

How current is the information in your directories?

How do I get my music placed in film, TV, or advertising?

Can I apply to music festivals and awards listed in your directories?

Are the music scholarships in your directory open to international applicants?

Music Career & Industry

What is a digital distributor and do I need one?

What is the difference between a music publisher and a PRO?

How do I register my songs to collect all my royalties?

What is Spotify Discovery Mode and how does it affect my royalties?

How do I maximize my streaming income as an independent artist?

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