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SC101 is a new class of creator education. Here you’ll find quick and easy tools designed to give you the support you need to grow your career on SoundCloud and beyond.
SC101: Watch and learn
Kick start your music career – and stand out. This 101 tells you how to build your profile to make sure your music persona shines through
Setting up your profile
SoundCloud is all about the community. Find out how to grow your network and get more plays through engagement
Networking & engagement
From using tags to drive up your plays, to replacing your audio file without losing your stats – we're sharing tips on how to set your tracks up for success
Optimizing your tracks
From keeping your uploads private while you perfect them to sharing links when they’re ready for promotion – here’s how to be heard on your terms
Sharing your work
Keep up the momentum with advanced stats. These analytics tell you who listens to your music the most and the cities you should swing by on your next tour
Extensive stats
Promote on SoundCloud
Learn how to use the new SoundCloud Premier tool and start promoting your music to new fans and see more plays — at a budget that works for you
Monetize on SoundCloud
Learn how to use SoundCloud Premier monetization to verify that your music is original, get paid for your plays, and unlock more opportunities
Distribute on SoundCloud
Learn how to use Repost by SoundCloud and send your music to every major music service including Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, Instagram and more
DJing with SoundCloud tracks
Did you know you can mix with SoundCloud tracks directly from your favorite DJ app? Watch and learn as we break down a few of these integrations
Get to know your audio formats
On SoundCloud, you can upload, store and download more file types than anywhere else. Learn about the different formats and why it’s best to always upload lossless HD files, with SC101
Learn how basic user stats like plays, likes, and reposts can tell you what's working and which fans are helping you do the heavy lifting
Basic stats
Mastering on SoundCloud
In this short video, we’ll break down why mastering is important and how the workflow tool Mastering on SoundCloud, powered by Dolby can polish your final track so it’s optimised for playback wherever it goes.
