How to Release Your Music on Spotify
Eligible releases are prepared for this platform under its current audio, artwork, lyrics and metadata requirements.
Getting your release onto Spotify
Apply for invite
One application can include this platform where the release is eligible.
Human review
Our team reviews quality, catalogue and rights by hand.
Private invitation
Approved artists are onboarded and their release is scheduled.
Delivered & tracked
The release is packaged to spec, delivered and monitored on this platform.
You can't upload music directly to Spotify as an independent artist — Spotify only accepts music through a distributor. The good news: with a free distributor like Mazufa Records you can get your song on Spotify (and other currently supported platforms) at no upload fee or subscription, keeping ownership subject to your agreement. Here's exactly how.
Release on Spotify in 4 steps
Prepare your track and cover art
Export a high-quality WAV (16-bit/44.1kHz or higher) and square cover art at 3000×3000. No designer? Use the free cover maker and check your file with the audio checker.
Apply to Mazufa Records for review
Submit your application for review. Account access is invite-only after acceptance; there is no direct account creation. Apply for an invitation.
After acceptance, upload and select Spotify
Add your track and details, then choose Spotify (and any of the other supported digital services you want). Set a release date 2–4 weeks out to give yourself time to pitch.
Submit and claim Spotify for Artists
Upload after acceptance. Once it's delivered, claim your profile on Spotify for Artists to pitch editorial playlists and see your stats. Royalties are paid as set out in your written agreement.
Frequently asked
Releasing is free: Mazufa charges no upload fee or subscription. Eligibility for individual features depends on the release and the territory.
Releasing is free: Mazufa charges no upload fee or subscription.
Does Spotify let you upload music directly?
No. Spotify requires music to come through an approved distributor. Mazufa is a free distributor that sends your release to Spotify and other currently supported platforms.
How long does it take for a song to appear on Spotify?
After you submit, Spotify processing time varies by review, territory and delivery queue. Setting a release date 2–4 weeks ahead gives stores time to process and lets you pitch playlists.
Do I keep my royalties and rights?
Yes. With Mazufa you keep ownership of your music, and royalties are paid as set out in your written agreement. Mazufa charges no upload fee or subscription; the revenue share is set out in your written agreement.
How do I start?
Prepare your track and cover, then Apply for an invitation → and upload — you'll be on Spotify and currently supported digital services, free.
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Get your song on Spotify — free.
Prepare eligible releases for supported digital services with no upload fee or subscription, and ownership set out in your written agreement.