Whether you're an artist, label, or part of a distribution team, it's important to regularly check internal reports and stay alert to any suspicious activity that could impact your catalog.
📍 Where to Find the Reports
To check if any of your releases have been flagged for artificial streaming, follow these steps:
Log into your distribution platform (UMW Core) 🔐💻
Go to the 📁 “Sales” section
Click on 📊 “Reports”
Look for the category 🚨 “Artificial Streaming Reports” (or similar)
Here, you'll find reports generated by DSPs (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, etc.) that have detected suspicious activity involving your tracks.
🔎 What Do These Reports Contain?
These reports usually include:
🎵 The affected track or album
🧾 Internal codes like Track ID or Release ID
🧑💻 User ID and email (if available) associated with the suspicious activity
📈 Number of flagged plays
🌍 The platform where the activity occurred (Spotify, etc.)
🕐 The time period when it was detected
🧠 Why Is This Important?
✔️ Helps you identify unusual patterns early
✔️ Allows you to contact your distributor to clarify or take action
✔️ Helps you prevent penalties like withheld royalties or takedowns
💡 Consistent monitoring of your digital performance is key to maintaining your credibility as an artist or label.
🎯 In Summary:
✅ Regularly check your analytics and reporting dashboard
✅ Navigate to Sales > Reports > Artificial Streaming Reports
✅ Review the data with your team
✅ Take action quickly if something looks suspicious