How to claim your Spotify artist profile (Spotify for Artists)
How artists and labels get access to their Spotify profile: releasing through a distributor, claiming the profile in Spotify for Artists, what you can edit, and how to fix a profile that mixes up two artists.
On Spotify, the artist profile is your shop window: photos, biography, playlists, tour dates and the songs fans see first. Claiming it through Spotify for Artists proves the profile is yours and unlocks editing, statistics and the tools for pitching new music.
Step 1: Release music through a distributor
Spotify creates artist profiles from releases delivered by distributors and labels. Independent artists usually use a distribution service; signed artists release through their label. Make sure the artist name is spelled exactly the same on every release.
Step 2: Claim the profile
Once a release is live:
- many distributors offer instant access to Spotify for Artists from their dashboard
- otherwise, claim the profile directly in Spotify for Artists by searching for your artist name and following the verification steps
Labels and managers can be invited by the artist to the same profile with their own roles.
Step 3: Complete the profile
- a high-resolution profile image and header
- a biography that states the facts journalists and AI assistants will repeat
- links to official social accounts
- an Artist Pick and playlists that you control
Common problems
- Two artists with the same name: releases end up on the wrong profile. The distributor can request a move.
- Old releases under a different spelling: ask the distributor to merge or correct metadata.
- Lost access after a team change: the remaining admins can remove and re-invite members; if nobody has access, the distributor or label can help restore it.
Why it matters beyond Spotify
A complete, consistent artist profile helps search engines and AI assistants recognise who you are. The same facts should appear on your website, social profiles and, where you qualify, encyclopedic sources.
How we help
We work with artists and labels on profile claims, metadata fixes, consistent bios across platforms and verified profiles on other services.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need music on Spotify before I can claim my profile?
Yes. An artist profile is created when music is released through a distributor or label. Once at least one release is live, the profile can be claimed in Spotify for Artists.
My songs appear on another artist's profile. What can I do?
Artists with the same name are sometimes merged. Your distributor can ask Spotify to move releases to the correct profile, or to create a new one.
How long does a claim take?
Claims through a distributor are often quick. Manual claims depend on how easily Spotify can verify the link between you and the profile.