If you're looking to monetize your music on SoundCloud and start earning revenue from your tracks, this tutorial will guide you through the necessary steps to activate monetization on your SoundCloud account. SoundCloud offers monetization options for artists through its SoundCloud Premier program, but to be eligible, you need to meet specific requirements. By following the correct process, you can start earning money from plays on your SoundCloud tracks.
To get started, open a web browser and visit [https://www.soundcloud.com](https://www.soundcloud.com). Log in to your SoundCloud account or create a new one if you haven't already. Once you're logged in, you'll be directed to the SoundCloud dashboard. From here, navigate to the "For Artists" section, which can be found in the top-right corner of the page.
Next, on the left-hand side of the screen, locate and click on the "Monetization" tab. This section provides information on the eligibility requirements for monetization. To qualify for SoundCloud monetization, you must own 100% of the rights to your uploaded content, have original music, and comply with SoundCloud's terms and conditions. Additionally, monetization is only available in certain regions, so you’ll need to check if your country is supported.
If eligible, you will see an option to start monetizing your tracks. Click on "Get Started" to proceed. You may be required to upgrade to an Artist Pro plan, which is a paid subscription offering additional features, including monetization, advanced analytics, and better promotional tools. If you choose to subscribe, select the plan that suits you, enter your payment details, and complete the purchase.
Once you have access to SoundCloud's monetization tools, you can start uploading music. Click on the "Upload" button and select the track you want to monetize. After uploading, ensure that all metadata, including the track title, description, and cover art, is correctly filled out. Before finalizing, check the "Enable Monetization" option to ensure your track is eligible to generate revenue.
After uploading and enabling monetization, return to your dashboard and verify that your track is monetized. If successfully enabled, you will see a dollar symbol next to the track, indicating that monetization is active. Your earnings will be calculated based on plays from monetized territories, and revenue will be deposited into your linked payment account.
By following these steps, you can start earning from your music on SoundCloud. If you encounter any issues, SoundCloud’s support team and artist help center provide additional assistance. Monetizing your SoundCloud account allows you to turn your passion for music into a potential revenue stream, helping you grow your audience while earning from your content.
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:08 How to monetize SoundCloud music
0:16 Logging into your SoundCloud account
0:27 Navigating to the "For Artists" section
0:37 Selecting the monetization option
0:42 Checking eligibility for monetization
0:50 Upgrading to an Artist Pro account
0:56 Entering payment details for subscription
1:03 Uploading a song for monetization
1:10 Filling in track metadata
1:17 Enabling monetization on the track
1:20 Verifying monetization status
1:24 Conclusion
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