How to Get Your Music
on Napster
One of streaming's pioneers, now focused on Hi-Fi audio and global reach
Napster's history as one of the first digital music services has given way to a more focused positioning around Hi-Fi audio quality and B2B licensing partnerships, where Napster's catalog gets embedded into other apps, hardware, and services. Its direct listener base is smaller than major DSPs, but it remains a legitimate part of a comprehensive global distribution footprint.
Delivery Time
2-5 Days
Payout Model
Pro-rata streaming splits
Reach
Global
Napster Features
Tips to Succeed on Napster
Treat Napster as part of your broad distribution footprint rather than a primary promotional target — it's included at no extra cost in every DistroVibe release, so there's no reason to skip it.
Deliver high-quality audio since Hi-Fi streaming is one of Napster's core differentiators for its listener base.
Be aware that Napster's catalog is sometimes licensed into other apps, hardware, and services (B2B partnerships), which can surface your music in unexpected places beyond the standalone Napster app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Napster still around and worth distributing to?
Yes, Napster is still an active streaming service, now positioned around Hi-Fi audio and B2B licensing partnerships. It's included in every DistroVibe release at no additional cost, so it's a low-effort addition to your reach.
Why distribute to Napster if the audience is smaller than Spotify?
Napster's direct audience is smaller, but its catalog often gets licensed into other apps and hardware platforms through B2B partnerships, which can extend your reach in ways that aren't visible from the Napster app alone.
Does Napster support high-resolution audio?
Yes, Napster emphasizes Hi-Fi audio quality as a core differentiator, and your standard high-quality delivery through DistroVibe is compatible with this.
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