10. Actionable DistroKid Strategy & Checkout Upsell Warnings

To strategically navigate DistroKid and protect your cash flow:

<ul> <li>✓ **Audit Checkout Checkboxes Carefully:** DistroKid presents multiple pre-selected or optional checkboxes during track upload (Store Maximizer, Social Phone, Shazam/iPhone Siri, Loudness Normalization, and "Boost" packages). Many of these carry **recurring annual fees per track** that can balloon your annual subscription into hundreds of dollars in automated recurring charges.</li> <li>✓ Only select add-ons deliberately for marquee releases where the specific reach justifies the recurring line item.</li> <li>✓ Understand Store Maximizer's exact role: automated delivery to future retail stores as DistroKid signs new licensing pacts.</li> <li>✓ Regularly audit your DistroKid billing statements under `Account > Subscriptions` to ensure you aren't paying annual fees on dormant test tracks.</li> </ul> By maintaining strict financial hygiene over distributor add-ons, you protect your margin and ensure every dollar invested delivers measurable return.