Content Guidelines
A guide to what ARCRYN™ accepts, what gets rejected, and the technical bar every release has to clear before it reaches a DSP.
Effective Date
Jan 1, 2026
Last Updated
January 2026
Version
1.0
Applies To
All releases
Reading Time
6 min
Minimum 3000×3000px, square aspect ratio, RGB color space.
Keep essential text and imagery within the central 90% — edges may be cropped by some DSPs.
Artwork must be sharp at full resolution — no upscaled or compressed source images.
No stock-site watermarks, and no third-party logos without documented permission.
Artwork must not contain explicit or graphic content, regardless of the audio’s explicit rating.
No URLs, phone numbers, or social handles overlaid on the artwork itself.
Every release requires complete, accurate metadata across the following fields:
24-bit WAV, 44.1 kHz, stereo.
True Peak at or below -1 dBTP; target loudness recommended around -14 LUFS for streaming.
No more than 3 seconds of unintentional silence at the start or end of a track.
Releases most commonly fail at the DSP level — after passing our review — for reasons including:
Releases are rejected at the quality-review stage for:
FAQ
The most common reasons are misleading metadata, duplicate content already on the platform, low-quality audio exports, or artwork that fails our resolution or content requirements. Rejections include the specific reason.
Only if you hold the rights to every track included in the mix. Mixes assembled from unlicensed commercial tracks are rejected.
Minimum 24-bit WAV, 44.1 kHz, stereo. Lower-quality or lossy source files (e.g. re-exported MP3s) will not pass quality review.
Yes, provided the cover is properly licensed. You are responsible for securing mechanical or cover licenses as required in your territory.
Need Help?
If you’re unsure whether your content, artwork, or metadata meets these standards, check before you submit.
Content questions
content@arcryn.com
Response time
Within 3 business days