Guide To Getting Verified On Spotify And Apple Music
Getting verified on Spotify and Apple Music might sound tricky at first, but it’s actually not as hard as it seems. Whether you're a new artist or already sharing some beats with your fans, getting that blue checkmark is a good step to make your music look more official—and to help people find and trust your profile more easily.Let’s start with Spotify. First, make sure your music is live on Spotify. You can release your songs through a music distributor like buzzclick-music, which helps you upload your tracks to streaming platforms. Once your music is out there, head over to the Spotify for Artists website. From there, you can claim your artist profile. Spotify will check that you are who you say you are, and once they approve, you’ll get the blue checkmark. It’s also great because you’ll be able to update your bio, add photos, make playlists, and see how your music is doing with easy-to-read stats.
Now, onto Apple Music. For that, you’ll need to get access to Apple Music for Artists. Just like with Spotify, you’ll need to have your music live on Apple Music beforehand. Go to artists.apple.com and sign in with your Apple ID, then search for your artist name and claim your profile. You might need to connect it to your distributor or social media to help Apple confirm it's really you. Once approved, your profile will look more professional, and you’ll also have access to tools that show who’s listening to your tracks, where your fans are, and how your songs are performing.
Both platforms are trying to help musicians grow their presence, and having that checkmark next to your name gives fans and industry folks a sense that you’re serious about your music.
So, if you're an artist, consider these steps as part of building your music career. It doesn’t matter how big or small you are—if your songs are out there and you’re putting in the effort, getting verified is worth it. Plus, it’s nice to see your profile looking neat and complete. Go ahead—claim your space and keep making music!