Metadata
Release Metadata Checker
Validate album or single-track metadata for the format, copyright, and credit errors that get uploads rejected. Runs in your browser.
Release
Genres
Copyright lines
Codes
Dates
Tracks (1)
Track 1
Identity
Audio
Language and content
Genres
Copyright (track ℗ — optional)
Codes
Credits
Readiness report
Metadata Checker
Fill in your release to get a readiness report
The report updates live as you type, checking your titles, genres, copyright lines, codes, credits, and dates against DSP submission rules. Everything runs in your browser; nothing is uploaded or saved.
Frequently asked questions
Why do DSPs reject releases for metadata errors?+
Distributors and stores use automated validation before accepting a release. Common rejection reasons include ISRC format errors, malformed copyright lines, featured artists in the wrong field, and missing genre or language data.
What is a correct copyright line format?+
The phonographic copyright line should be formatted as: ℗ [year] [owner name]. For example: ℗ 2026 Velveteen Records. The ℗ symbol covers the recording; © covers the composition.
Where should featured artists appear in metadata?+
Featured artists should appear in the dedicated artist credit fields, not only in the track title. Including them only in the title (e.g. 'Song Title (feat. Artist)') causes credit errors on some DSPs.
Can I fix metadata after delivery?+
Some metadata can be corrected after delivery, but changes take time to propagate across stores and can temporarily affect stream counts or playlist placements. It is faster and safer to get metadata right before submission.
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