Is distribution really free?

Yes - uploading and distributing your music through Hankad costs nothing upfront.

How long until my music is live?

Typically 1 to 4 weeks after approval. Fastlane gives you up to 6 priority releases a month, live within 7 days.

How do I get my music on Spotify?

Upload your track through Hankad and we deliver it directly to Spotify, along with 150+ other platforms. Most releases go live within 1 to 4 weeks, or as fast as 7 days on Fastlane.

Do you provide a Spotify pre-save link?

Yes. Every upcoming release gets a shareable Spotify pre-save link, so fans can add it to their library the moment it drops.

Can I switch to Hankad from another distributor?

Yes. Switching music distributors is straightforward: re-upload your existing catalog through Hankad and we take over distribution and royalty collection going forward, with no annual fees. It's a popular free alternative for artists comparing distribution companies for indie artists.

Can I claim my Spotify for Artists and Apple Music for Artists profiles?

Yes - once your first release is live, we'll guide you through verifying and claiming your Spotify for Artists and Apple Music for Artists profiles.

How much of my royalties do I keep?

You keep 80% of everything your music earns; Hankad’s 20% commission covers global distribution, platform maintenance and admin.

You do, 100%. Hankad never takes ownership of your masters or publishing rights.

Royalty earnings update monthly, with statements on the 1st. Submit payout requests by the 5th for that month’s processing via Payoneer or bank transfer.

Can I release cover songs or remixes?

Yes, as long as you hold all necessary licenses and permissions for the underlying composition and samples.

Do I get free ISRC codes, and can I transfer my own?

Every release gets a free ISRC code automatically. If you already have ISRC codes from a previous distributor, you can bring and transfer them when you switch to Hankad.

Does Hankad support Dolby Atmos releases?

Yes, we support Dolby Atmos delivery for eligible releases, so your music is ready for spatial audio on supporting platforms.

Can I split royalty payments with collaborators?

Yes. You can set up split payments so co-writers, producers and featured artists are each paid their share automatically every month.

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Free global music distribution to Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok and 150+ platforms worldwide. Upload unlimited songs, keep 80% of your royalties, and retain 100% ownership – always.

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No credit card. No upfront fees. Ever.

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Apple Music

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TikTok

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Platforms reached

Royalties you keep

Rights retained

Upfront cost

Why Hankad

Everything you need to reach the world, keep nothing you don’t

Free Global Music Distribution

Upload music to all platforms free – reach 150+ streaming platforms and stores worldwide as an independent artist, with no upfront fees, ever.

Keep 80% Royalties

Hankad takes a 20% commission to cover distribution and admin – the rest is yours.

100% Ownership

Your masters, your rights. We distribute and protect – you stay fully in control.

Analytics Dashboard

Track streams, revenue and audience growth from one real-time dashboard.

YouTube Content ID

Automatically detect and monetize your music wherever it appears on YouTube.

Music Publishing

Collect performance, mechanical and sync royalties beyond streaming and downloads.

Unlimited Uploads

Release as many tracks and projects as you want – no caps, no extra fees, and no annual fees, ever.

Monthly Payouts

Reliable, transparent payouts every month via bank transfer or Payoneer.

What We Do

Four services, one home for your music business

Music Distribution

Get your music live on Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok and 150+ platforms worldwide, free – with unlimited uploads, free ISRC codes, Spotify pre-save links, Dolby Atmos delivery, and monthly payouts. We distribute every genre, from hip hop to classical and Beatport-ready electronic releases.

150+ platforms Free forever Unlimited uploads

Copyright & Monetization

Protect your work and earn from it everywhere it plays – YouTube Content ID, video distribution to Vevo, and music library uploads for TikTok and Instagram.

Publishing Administration

Collect the royalties streaming doesn’t cover – performance, mechanical and sync licensing income worldwide, plus split payments for collaborators and clear cover song licensing.

Royalty Advance

Get upfront funding against your future earnings, repaid automatically from your royalties.

How it works

Three steps from upload to payout

Step 01

Upload your music

Add your tracks, artwork and metadata in minutes.

Step 02

We distribute

Your release goes live on Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok and 150+ more.

Step 03

Get paid

Collect your royalties every month – no chasing required.

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Join independent artists and labels already distributing with Hankad. Leave your details and our team will get you set up.

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Takes less than 2 minutes – submissions are reviewed and added to our onboarding list.

FAQ

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Hankad is a leading free music distribution platform empowering independent artists and labels worldwide. We help musicians release their music to all major streaming platforms and collect their royalties, ensuring they retain 100% ownership of their rights.

Made for independent artists, worldwide.

Get heard.Keep your rights.

Everything you need to reach the world, keep nothing you don’t

Free Global Music Distribution

Keep 80% Royalties

100% Ownership

Analytics Dashboard

YouTube Content ID

Music Publishing

Unlimited Uploads

Monthly Payouts

Four services, one home for your music business

Music Distribution

Copyright & Monetization

Publishing Administration

Royalty Advance

Three steps from upload to payout

Upload your music

We distribute

Get paid

Ready to get heard?

Questions, answered

Get heard.
Keep your rights.