HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR SPOTIFY FOR ARTISTS PROFILE
Your Spotify Profile is one of the most important pieces of digital real estate in your arsenal because its where many fans will learn about you for the first time and look for updates about your music and content. Learn how to make a great first impression on Spotify and get the most value out of your profile with these simple tips.
Verify your Spotify Profile.
Verifying your Spotify Profile is an quick and easy way to let prospective new listeners know that your profile is legitimate. To verify your profile on Spotify For Artists, all you need to is request access to your account! Once your request is approved, a blue check will appear next to your artist image on Spotify and you’ll be able to access your artist dashboard where you can edit your account, view your streaming and fan analytics, and more. You can request access to your Spotify for Artists account here.
Update your profile images.
Add high-resolution photos to the profile avatar and banner sections of your profile to show off your aesthetic. You should keep your profile images updated so that they’re a current representation of your image and you’re putting your best foot forward for fans who visit your profile for the first time. You can also add photos to your Image Gallery, which fans will visit to learn more about you.
Add a Bio and include links to your social media accounts.
Tell your fans more about yourself in the “Bio” section of your profile. You should continually update this section so that it reflects your latest accomplishments and accolades. Spotify also allows you to link your Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Wikipedia pages to your account - make sure to include these so that if listeners like your music on Spotify, it’s easy for them to find you on social media!
Set an “Artist Pick” to highlight your top priorities for your fans.
Utilize your Artist Pick to spotlight your most recent release, your next show, or a playlist you’ve created or are featured on. You can also include a “Fundraising Pick”, which will link fans to a fundraising destination of your choice. Your Artist Pick will appear at the top of your profile, so updating it regularly is a great way to drive attention to what you care about promoting the most.
Make playlists and pin them to your Spotify Profile.
Artist-curated playlists can add a personal touch to your profile that gives your fans an interesting look into your influences, taste and catalog. Creating and maintaining your own playlists can benefit you in the long run, because as you grow in popularity on Spotify, your playlists can become valuable assets that you can use to promote your catalog and collaborations with other artists. For example, Post Malone’s playlist “posty’s playlist” has over 400,000 followers!
