Releases & delivery
Metadata, audio, artwork, scheduling and takedowns.
7 articles · updated October 6, 2026
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Metadata style guide
How to format titles, artist names, credits, versions and languages — based on the Apple Music Style Guide, which other stores largely follow. Read article -
Audio requirements
Formats and quality we accept for delivery. Read article -
Artwork requirements
Cover art rules shared by the major stores. Read article -
Planning your release date
How far ahead to submit, and why it matters for editorial pitching. Read article -
Takedowns and redeliveries
Removing a release from stores, or updating one that is already live. Read article -
ISRC and UPC codes
What the codes are and what happens to them when you move to HILLS. Read article -
Smart links and pre-save
One presav.io link per release: Spotify pre-save before launch, every store after it. Read article
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