New Penalties for Artificial Streaming and How to Stay Safe
Enforcement fines
Spotify is implementing a new policy whereby distributors like Symphonic will be charged a penalty per track when blatant artificial streaming is detected in any content distributed by us. That said, we anticipate japan email list that other distribution service providers will follow Spotify’s lead and implement similar protocols to combat and discourage inappropriate activity on their platforms.
How will we manage these fees? If they occur, we will review and allocate any penalties charged to Symphonic as fairly as possible to the party responsible for providing that fraudulent content to Symphonic.
"How can I make sure this doesn't happen to me?"
At the end of the day, our DSP partners want to be able to trust the content we provide them, and in turn deliver non-spammy content to the music lovers who consume it. They also want to ensure that legitimate, hard-working creators like you are properly compensated for your work, and that bad actors who engage in improper activities are not rewarded for their unfair actions that harm your legitimate efforts as an artist.
On the other hand, one of the most problematic sources of this type of fraudulent activity comes from unsuspecting customers via illegitimate music promotion services. The problem goes beyond just purchasing streams. Even if you choose to work with a service that claims to be legitimate, it may be using the same illegal methods you’re trying to avoid. – That’s why you should always be wary of third parties that promise playlist placement or a set number of streams in exchange for compensation . These services use illegal bot farms and other artificial streaming methods that can not only result in potential stream removal, but also loss of royalties and even complete removal of your catalog from streaming services.