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Free Music Distribution: Compare Commission and Release Limits

By WBBT RecordsPublished January 25, 2025Updated 2026-10-06· 1 min read
Editorial artwork: three vinyl records and plain sleeves arranged for comparison

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Free distribution usually describes the subscription cost, not every commercial condition. Artist limits, commissions, review windows and optional services still shape the choice.

Put it into practice

Compare the full terms for your expected catalogue. WBBT's Free plan retains 30% distribution commission; paid artist plans advertise 0% commission under their applicable terms.

Put the decision into a release plan

Keep one catalogue record with artist names, versions, identifiers, rights and the intended release dates. Check the options available in your account before announcing destinations. Allow time to correct a rejected asset, and verify store links after delivery. For WBBT White-Label or Distributor API early access, ask sales for a tailored scope and quote rather than assuming fixed limits.

Your next step

Compare the full terms for your expected catalogue. Keep a short record of the decision and revisit it after your next completed project.

Explore WBBT distribution for the relevant WBBT Records workflow.

Further reading

Check current requirements at Spotify: getting music on Spotify. Platform policies, features and commercial terms can change; confirm the details for your own account and release.

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