Types of Documentation Acceptable

• Licensing agreements (showing permission to use copyrighted material)
• Purchase receipts for sound packs, beats, or samples
• Signed statements affirming the use of royalty-free or factory content
• Collaboration agreements (if working with other artists)
• Mechanical licenses for cover songs (please be sure to license 100 downloads or more)

How to Submit Documentation with Monetization Submission

1. Navigate to the Monetization tab within your SoundCloud for Artists account.
2. Select Monetize this track adjacent to the relevant track.
3. Scroll down to the section labeled License Documentation. Here, you will have the opportunity to upload the necessary documentation.
4. Submit your Monetization Review and allow up to 3-5 business days for approval.

How to Submit Documentation with Distribution Submission

1. Navigate to the Distribution tab within your SoundCloud for Artists account.
2. Select the release in question.
3. In Step One of the release creation process (1. Tracks), click the edit option located on the right-hand side of the track.
4. Scroll down until you locate the section titled: Does this track require additional licenses? Here, you will have the ability to upload the necessary documentation.