100% Royalty Policy Explained on SunoDistro
One of the most important concerns for independent artists is who keeps the earnings from their music. SunoDistro follows a 100% royalty policy, meaning artists retain full ownership of their earnings generated from supported platforms. This page explains what the 100% royalty policy means, how it works in practice, and what artists should clearly understand.
What Does “100% Royalty” Mean?
A 100% royalty policy means that all royalties generated from your music belong to you, the artist or rights holder. SunoDistro does not take a percentage cut from your reported streaming or download earnings.
In simple terms:
Your music earns royalties on platforms
Platforms report earnings
You keep the full reported amount
There is no revenue sharing on royalties under this policy.
How the 100% Royalty Policy Works
SunoDistro acts as a distribution and reporting partner, not a rights owner. The platform’s role is to:
Deliver your music to selected stores
Collect official royalty reports from platforms
Display those earnings in your dashboard
Royalties shown in your account are based on data received directly from platforms. SunoDistro does not alter royalty values or reduce reported earnings.
What the 100% Royalty Policy Covers
The policy applies to royalties generated from:
Music streaming platforms
Digital downloads
Video and social platforms (where applicable)
Content usage covered under platform reporting
If a platform reports earnings for your music, those earnings are attributed fully to your account.
What the 100% Royalty Policy Does NOT Mean
It is important to avoid common misunderstandings. The policy does not mean:
Fixed earnings per stream
Instant royalty reporting
Guaranteed income from every platform
Control over platform payout rates
Platforms decide how much they pay per stream or usage. SunoDistro only reports what platforms provide.
Platform Fees vs Royalty Ownership
Some platforms or payment providers may apply:
Processing fees
Transaction or withdrawal charges
Currency conversion costs
These are not royalty cuts. They are operational or payment-related charges and are separate from royalty ownership.
Your music royalties themselves remain fully yours.
Why Transparency Matters
The 100% royalty policy exists to provide clarity and trust. Artists can:
Track earnings without hidden deductions
Understand platform performance clearly
Maintain full ownership of their catalog
Transparency helps artists make better long-term decisions.
Common Questions About 100% Royalties
Do artists really keep all royalties?
Yes. Royalties reported by platforms are credited fully to the artist account.
Can royalties be reduced later?
Royalties may change only if a platform revises its report. SunoDistro does not reduce earnings arbitrarily.
Does this apply to all platforms?
The policy applies to all supported platforms that provide royalty reports.
Best Practices for Artists
To make the most of the 100% royalty policy:
Distribute music to multiple platforms
Use accurate metadata and artwork
Avoid duplicate uploads or repeated takedowns
Promote music consistently
Higher engagement generally leads to higher reported royalties.
Conclusion
SunoDistro’s 100% royalty policy ensures that artists retain full ownership of their earnings without revenue sharing. While platforms control payout rates and reporting schedules, SunoDistro provides transparent reporting and does not take a percentage of your royalties.
By understanding how this policy works and what it includes, artists can distribute music confidently and focus on growing their audience without concerns about hidden royalty cuts.