Rights & Services
Pre-Save
A pre-save lets fans save a release before it drops, so it lands in their library and their play counts from the moment it goes live, concentrating day-one streams.
A pre-save (or pre-add / pre-order) is a link fans use before release day to commit a stream in advance. The track drops straight into their library and plays count from minute one, so a release builds day-one momentum that can help with playlisting and discovery.
Good to know
Pre-Save: common questions
- Do pre-saves increase my royalties?
- Indirectly. Each stream still pays the same per-play rate, but concentrating streams on day one can boost playlisting and discovery, which drives more plays over time.
- How far ahead should I schedule a release for pre-saves?
- Most artists schedule a few weeks out, so there's time to build a pre-save campaign and get credits, splits, and registrations in place before launch.