DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby and WBBT: Compare Your Real Costs
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The best plan depends on release activity, artist count and income, not a single headline fee. WBBT's Free plan retains 30% commission; paid artist plans advertise 0% under their applicable terms.
Put it into practice
Use current official terms for each provider and model the same period. Include optional services, cancellation and catalogue transfer needs without inventing future earnings.
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
Use current official terms for each provider and model the same period. 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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