Terms & Conditions of Publishing Music on Acid Nation

Is it free to join Acid Nation?

Yes. Anyone can join for free and start uploading music, podcasts, DJ mixes, or video content. We also offer optional premium accounts for artists and labels with added features and monetization tools.

Do I retain the rights to my music?

Yes. You always own your music. By uploading, you grant Acid Nation a license to host, stream, promote, and sell your content. We do not claim ownership of your work, and you can remove it at any time.

How does payment work?

You earn $0.01 per stream on eligible music.

You also keep 100% of revenue from digital downloads, vinyl, and merchandise sales. Payouts are processed weekly.

What can I upload?

You can upload:

Original music
DJ mixes (note: not eligible for monetization)
Podcasts and interviews
Video content and vlogs

All uploads must be owned by you or cleared for distribution. Content with unlicensed samples or copyright violations may be removed.

What’s included in a free account?

Free accounts include:

Unlimited uploads (music, mixes, podcasts, videos)
Sell digital downloads and keep 100% of sales
Stream your music and build your fanbase
Use the platform completely free for life

What do I get with the Premium Artist Plan ($10/month)?

The Premium Artist Plan is for artists and DJs who want to monetize and grow. You get:

$0.01 per stream on eligible music
Launch vinyl-on-demand campaigns
15% discount on vinyl pressing
Sell merch and vinyl with free global fulfillment
Direct email access to fans who purchase your music or merch
Priority support and promotional opportunities

What do I get with the Premium Label Plan ($30/month)?

Earn $0.01 per stream across your entire artist roster — no individual artist subscriptions required.

Designed for labels managing multiple artists, this plan includes everything in the Artist Plan, plus:

Centralized dashboard for your full catalog
Launch vinyl-on-demand campaigns
30% discount on direct vinyl pressing
Full control over vinyl campaigns and fulfillment
Collect fan emails with every purchase
Manage unlimited artist profiles (included at no extra cost)
Dedicated label support and featured promo placement

How does vinyl and merchandise fulfillment work?

You upload the artwork and set your prices. We take care of pressing, packing, shipping, and customer service through our fulfillment centers in the U.S. and Europe. You keep 100% of the profit.

Does Acid Nation use my music to train AI?

No. Your content is never used to train AI models or shared with any third-party AI systems without your explicit permission.

Is Acid Nation open to major labels or just independent artists?

Both. Acid Nation is built to support solo artists, boutique labels, and major players alike. Whether you’re releasing your first track or managing a full roster, you’re welcome on the platform.