What is artificial streaming?
Artificial streaming refers to the use of bots, click farms, or other methods to inflate play counts. Artificially inflating play counts violates our Content Guidelines. Our primary goal is to prevent any misuse of the system and to protect all artists' streaming activity.
How does TIDAL detect artificial streaming?
To maintain platform integrity, we partner with fraud detection services to identify and address instances of fraudulent streaming. These tools help us detect patterns associated with artificial streaming, allowing us to remove manipulated content and streams to maintain a fair environment for all artists.
Why was my content removed for artificial streaming?
If your content was removed, it was flagged as being associated with fraudulent streaming activity, which violates our Content Guidelines. This decision is based on our commitment to ensuring that streaming data reflects genuine listens. If you have further questions, please reach out directly to your label or distributor.
What happens to royalties from artificially streamed content?
Royalties are not paid for tracks identified as having artificial streams. These tracks will also be excluded from royalty statements for the applicable accounting periods.
Can I ask my fans to stream my music on repeat?
It’s important to promote your music authentically. Urging fans to use methods like looping tracks or employing bots is discouraged. Such practices can trigger fraudulent activity and result in the removal of the content from TIDAL.
What should I do if I used a paid promotion service and my content was flagged for artificial streaming?
We understand that some artists may have unintentionally engaged with third-party services that promise to boost streams or placements. Unfortunately, even if these services were used with the best intentions, the resulting activity still violates our Content Guidelines. We recommend focusing on organic promotion strategies going forward to build genuine fan engagement. If you have further questions, please reach out directly to your label or distributor.
How can I organically boost my streams?
Growing your streams organically involves connecting with your audience through genuine engagement. Share your music across social media, collaborate with other artists, perform live, and encourage your fans to add your songs to their playlists. Building a real fanbase that loves your music is the most effective way to achieve sustainable growth on TIDAL.