For Artists

How Playback Royalties Work

Playback pays eligible artists based on qualified streams, downloads, and other approved revenue sources. Royalties may come from:

• Paid downloads
• Subscription revenue
• Advertising revenue
• Promotional campaigns
• Future monetization programs introduced by Playback

The amount earned depends on factors such as:

• Total qualified streams
• Listener location
• Subscription type
• Advertising revenue
• Revenue-sharing agreements

Qualified Streams

Only legitimate streams count toward royalty payments. Streams may not qualify if they involve:

• Bots or automated software
• Artificial streaming
• Repeated plays intended to manipulate statistics
• Fraudulent activity

Playback actively monitors streaming activity to protect artists and ensure fair payouts.

Payment Schedule

Eligible artists are paid on a monthly basis, provided they meet the minimum payout threshold. Payments are processed through supported payment providers available in your country.

Payment Methods

Depending on your location, Playback may support:

• Bank Transfer
• PayPal
• Mobile Money
• Airtel Money
• TNM Mpamba
• Other supported payment services

Tax Information

Artists are responsible for complying with the tax laws applicable in their country.

Royalty Dashboard

Your dashboard shows:

• Total Streams
• Qualified Streams
• Downloads
• Estimated Earnings
• Paid Earnings
• Pending Payments
• Payment History