Not directly through the standard commercial distribution pipeline. Here is how digital store pricing and free listening models work across our network:
How Digital Platforms Handle Pricing
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Digital Download Stores (iTunes, Amazon, Beatport): Commercial download stores enforce mandatory minimum retail price tiers per single or album. They do not support setting a permanent $0.00 / free download price for commercial master releases.
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Streaming Services (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Deezer): While you cannot offer direct free downloads through DSPs, listeners on ad-supported tiers (such as Spotify Free or YouTube Music) can stream your music without purchasing it.
Alternative Ways to Share Your Music for Free
If you want fans, DJs, tastemakers, or radio programmers to download or listen to your tracks at no cost, you can utilize external direct-sharing channels:
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Direct File Sharing: Send uncompressed WAV/MP3 files directly to collaborators, curators, or radio stations via email.
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Cloud Storage Links: Host promo packs or early masters on cloud drives (such as Google Drive or Dropbox) and distribute private download links.
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Open Streaming Platforms: Upload directly to open-access platforms like SoundCloud or YouTube, enabling free global playback without commercial retail paywalls.
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DistroVibe SmartLinks & Pre-Saves: Build landing pages in your DistroVibe dashboard to aggregate all free and premium streaming links into one shareable hub for your audience.