How to Claim Your TikTok Artist Profile
TikTok has become a powerful platform for artists to connect with a global audience and promote their music. Having a TikTok Artist Profile is essential for artists seeking to maximise their reach potential and engage with fans in innovative ways. This guide will lead you through the benefits of an Artist Profile and the process of claiming it.
Benefits of an Artist Profile
The Music Tab
The TikTok Music Tab, marked by a music symbol, is an exclusive feature for certified artists. It acts as a consolidated hub displaying all of an artist's official TikTok sounds. To qualify for this feature, artists must be certified and have delivered at least three tracks to TikTok through the supply chain. The Music Tab empowers artists to highlight their latest releases by pinning them to the top of the tab, ensuring they receive optimal visibility.
"By Artist" Feature
The "By Artist" feature allows artists to pin their own videos or select a video of their choice in the top slots of the music detail page. This customisation adds a personal touch to their profile, enabling strategic content placement to engage viewers effectively.
New Release and Artist Tags
The 'Artist' tag is automatically added to a profile when the 'Artist Account' status is active. This tag makes it easy for users and potential fans to identify the artist's profile.
The 'New Release' tag is a dynamic feature designed to spotlight and promote an artist's new music. Videos featuring the latest release will display a 'New' tag, which also appears on the music detail page for the artist's most recent and other releases.
Step-by-Step Guidance to Claim
1. Accessing the Artist Hub
- Open your TikTok app and navigate to Creator Tools.
- Locate the menu item "Artist Hub" and open it.
- Click the "Apply" button to begin the application process.
2. Claim Your Profile
- Search for your artist name and songs in the TikTok music library.
- Once you find your profile, click on "Claim".
3. Verification
- Provide proof that you are the artist you wish to claim.
- TikTok offers several methods for verification, such as submitting screenshots from your music distributor account or from Spotify for Artists or Apple Music for Artists accounts.
- Ensure the screenshots clearly show that you are the artist.
4. Approval and Activation
- TikTok will review your application.
- If verified successfully, you will receive an Artist Account.
- Your profile will display "Artist" under your name, and you will gain access to your Music Tab.
By following these steps, you can claim your TikTok Artist Profile and unlock features that enhance your presence on the platform, promoting your music more effectively and engaging with your audience like never before.
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