how to upload music to spotify

To upload music to Spotify as an artist, the correct process is to use a digital music distributor because Spotify does not allow direct uploads from independent artists. The main steps involve:

1. Creating an artist account on Spotify for Artists.
2. Choosing a digital distributor service (such as TuneCore, DistroKid, Routenote, iMusician, or others).
3. Signing up on the distributor platform.
4. Uploading your music files (typically WAV format) and cover art.
5. The distributor then delivers your music to Spotify and other streaming stores.
6. Once approved, your music becomes available on Spotify for listeners.
7. You can then manage your artist profile and track stats via Spotify for Artists.

For casual or personal use, you can also add local music files to your Spotify library on your device by enabling "Show Local Files" in Spotify settings, but that music won't be streamed publicly via Spotify, only locally on your devices. This method ensures artist royalties are handled, and your music reaches a global audience through Spotify officially.