🎵 “Can I Re-upload My Song on Another Platform? Know the Rules”

By One Music Records

As an independent artist, it’s natural to wonder —

“Can I take my song and upload it again somewhere else?”“What if I want to switch distributors?”“Will I get in trouble for doing that?”

Let’s break it down for you in simple terms so you avoid takedowns, policy issues, and future regrets.

✅ When Can You Re-upload Your Song to Another Platform?

You can re-upload your song with a different distributor only under these conditions:

1. Your previous distributor has taken down the release.

Make sure the old version is officially removed from all stores. If it's still live, re-uploading the same song again will create a duplicate, which can get both versions removed or flagged.

2. You waited for your contract period to end.

For example, at One Music Records, your release remains active for 1 full year. If you want to remove it before that, you must request a takedown first. Only after it's removed can you switch.

❌ When You Should NOT Re-upload the Same Song

• If your song is still live from another distributor.This causes duplication, confuses the system, and can affect your artist profile, playlist placements, and analytics.

• If you haven’t informed your current distributor.Some platforms have clear takedown protocols. Skipping them can lead to account strikes or even blacklisting.

• If your song has active Content ID or monetization.Changing platforms without removing existing monetization can create disputes or block monetization altogether.

🔄 What If You’re Distributing with One Music Records?

At One Music Records:

• If your song is already approved and live, you cannot release it elsewhere without informing us.

• You can request a takedown anytime, but your plan covers the song for 1 year. Re-uploading during this period is not allowed unless the takedown is complete.

• If you want to re-release the same song, it must be:

  • With a new plan

  • A new version (remastered, remix, etc.)

  • Or after the original has been taken down

    
    

⚠️ What Can Happen If You Violate This Rule?

• Your song might get removed from all platforms

• You may face delays in revenue

• Your artist profile may get split or corrupted

• You can be permanently blocked by some platforms

  
  

✅ Final Tips for Artists

• Always finish your existing contract before switching.

• If you want to move platforms, request takedown first.

• Keep your metadata, ISRC, and UPCs clear to avoid confusion.

• When in doubt, ask your current distributor (like us!).

Still Confused? Talk to our Team.If you're planning to switch platforms or re-release a song, message our support team via the One Music Dashboard. We’re here to guide you step-by-step.