1. Getting started
Create your free account on the Cerutex Artist Hub at sounds.cerutexaudio.com, complete your artist profile, then start a new release from the Upload page.
2. Audio requirements
- Lossless files only: WAV or FLAC.
- 16-bit or 24-bit, 44.1 kHz or higher.
- No MP3s, no silence padding, no clipping.
3. Cover art requirements
- Exactly square, 3000 × 3000 px, JPG or PNG.
- No blurry images, website URLs, social handles, or store logos.
- Text on the artwork must match the artist name and release title.
4. Metadata & credits
Enter the artist name, release title, genre, record label/imprint and release date exactly as you want them shown in stores.
Add every collaborator with their role and royalty share. Splits must total 100%.
5. ISRC & UPC codes
We assign free ISRC codes for every track and a UPC for every release. If you already have codes, enter them during upload.
6. Release scheduling
Submit your release at least 7 days before the release date. This gives time for review and delivery to 100+ DSPs worldwide.
7. Review & delivery
Every release is checked by our team. You'll see its status on your dashboard — Pending Review, Processing, Live or Rejected (with feedback on what to fix).
8. Royalties & payouts
You keep 70% of your royalties. Earnings appear on your Royalties page, and you can request a payout once your balance reaches $25.
9. Takedowns & corrections
Request a takedown or metadata correction from the release's card on your dashboard. Need help? Email cerutexaudio@proton.me.