When gearing up for a big release, timing is everything. Enter timed releases, putting you in control of the precise moment your music hits digital platforms worldwide. Here's what you need to know:

A timed release ensures a simultaneous worldwide launch, regardless of time zone differences. No more waiting around for default release times – you can count down to the release moment along with your fans and followers.

You can set up a timed release for the following major platforms:

Note: The feature is currently available on our web app. Mobile app support to follow.

While many music services now support this feature, others don’t - a big one being Apple Music. On services without support, the release will instead get the default setting (going live at midnight in local times), but 1-2 days later. A later date is necessary to avoid the music “leaking” too early in some parts of the world.

Example:

A release is set to go live on Spotify at 21:00 on March 17, in Stockholm, Sweden (CET). Without adjustment for dates, the release would have already been live on Apple Music for several hours in Sydney, Australia (AET). To avoid that, we’d set it for release on Apple Music at 00:00/midnight in local time zones on March 19 instead, ensuring it doesn’t appear anywhere before the chosen moment for your timed release.

Getting started is simple:

By selecting a time for global release, you're in control of your music's big moment and can engage with your fans worldwide around the precise moment it drops.

Ready to get started? Schedule the time for your next release by selecting “Everywhere at the same time”.