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6. Strategic Use: Protecting Your Core Catalog

Part 6 • DistroKid Subscription Model and "Leave a Legacy" Fee

You don't necessarily need to apply the "Leave a Legacy" fee to every single track you ever release. A strategic approach is to apply it to your core catalog: your EPs, albums, and any singles that gain significant algorithmic traction or are foundational to your brand. For experimental tracks or collaborations that might have a shorter shelf life, you might choose to forgo the fee. The decision should be based on the long-term value and importance of each individual release.

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In this module: DistroKid Subscription Model and "Leave a Legacy" Fee10 steps
  1. 1DistroKid's Core Business Model: The Annual Subscription
  2. 2The Hidden Clause: Music Removal Upon Subscription Lapse
  3. 3The "Leave a Legacy" Fee: An Insurance Policy
  4. 4Why "Leave a Legacy" is Non-Negotiable for Long-Term Artists
  5. 5The Financial Implications: Balancing Cost and Permanence
  6. 6Strategic Use: Protecting Your Core Catalog
  7. 7The Distributor Change Process: An Alternative to Legacy
  8. 8Monitoring Your Subscription Status
  9. 9The Perpetual Income Stream and DistroKid's Model
  10. 10Your Actionable DistroKid Legacy Strategy