SoundCloud gives you full control over how you monetize your music. Whether you're dropping your first track or building an extensive catalog, here are 6 ways you can turn your audience and streams into sustainable revenue.
1. On-Platform Monetization
Earn directly from your streams on SoundCloud through Fan-Powered Royalties. Unlike traditional pool models that aggregate payouts toward top-charting artists, Fan-Powered Royalties pay you based on the actual listening habits and engagement of your dedicated fans.
Learn More: Overview of Fan-Powered Royalties and Monetization Eligibility
2. Digital Distribution
Expand your reach beyond SoundCloud. You can distribute your tracks to over 60 digital services and social platforms worldwide. This includes automated revenue collection across YouTube via Content ID, keeping all your global earnings organized in one central dashboard.
Learn More: How to Distribute Your Music
3. On-Demand Vinyl
Turn your digital releases into physical revenue with zero upfront costs or inventory risks. Press and sell custom vinyl records on demand—we handle manufacturing and fulfillment as your fans place orders.
Learn More: How to Set Up On-Demand Vinyl
4. Fan Support
Enable direct fan funding on your profile. Fan Support allows your core audience to tip and contribute funds directly to support your upcoming projects, releases, or touring efforts.
Learn More: Enabling and Managing Fan Support on Your Profile
5. Direct Music Purchases (Paid Downloads)
Sell high-quality MP3 and WAV digital downloads directly to your listeners. Fans can buy tracks right from your track pages and artist profile, giving you a direct revenue channel for your digital releases.
Learn More: How Do I Sell Tracks as Paid Downloads?
6. Artist Storefront (Merch Integration)
Link your official merch store directly to your SoundCloud profile. Integrating your store makes it seamless for listeners to discover and purchase physical merch while streaming your tracks.
Learn More: Connecting Your Merch Store to Your Profile
Ready to Get Started?
From streaming royalties and digital sales to vinyl and merch, SoundCloud offers the tools you need to fund your music career. Head to SoundCloud for Artists to subscribe and start earning today!