Symphonic Distribution does distribute to MediaNet, but it’s important to understand the context and what MediaNet actually is today.
? What Is MediaNet?
MediaNet (also known as MediaNet Digital) was originally a B2B digital music service that powered back-end music delivery for platforms like:
Musicovery
iMesh
Samsung Music Hub
Yahoo! Music (in its earlier form)
It offered a catalog of licensed music that could be integrated into other apps and services through APIs — meaning it was more of a music infrastructure provider than a direct streaming service like Spotify or Apple Music.
In 2016, MediaNet was acquired by SOCAN (The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada) and was eventually rebranded as part of a broader music data company called Dataclef, which was also tied to SOCAN's publishing infrastructure.
So when someone asks "does Symphonic distribute to MediaNet?" the real question is whether your music will reach services and apps that rely on MediaNet’s catalog API — and the answer is yes, if Symphonic maintains this channel in their distribution network.
?? Does Symphonic Distribution List MediaNet as a Partner?
Yes — according to Symphonic’s official list of distribution partners, MediaNet (or services under its umbrella) has been included as one of their delivery destinations.
This means when you distribute music through Symphonic, you can opt into MediaNet delivery, allowing your content to potentially appear on partner platforms powered by MediaNet’s API.
However, because MediaNet isn't a consumer-facing service (like Spotify), you won’t see obvious stream counts or direct links — but your metadata, track files, and rights data will be accessible to developers and services using MediaNet’s backend.
?? How to Deliver to MediaNet via Symphonic
Upload your release in SymphonicMS
When selecting platforms, make sure MediaNet is checked in the delivery destinations
Symphonic will deliver your audio files, metadata, and rights info to MediaNet's ingestion system
If MediaNet or one of its partners uses your track, royalties are tracked and paid to Symphonic, then distributed to you
?? Note: Some services using MediaNet may require extra metadata, so be sure your track info is accurate.
?? Why Distribute to MediaNet?
Even though MediaNet is low-visibility compared to Spotify or Apple Music, it's still valuable because:
It powers multiple music apps, fitness platforms, smart devices, and other tech tools that require licensed music
It adds another revenue channel to your distribution footprint
It allows white-label and niche platforms to access your music legally
In short: more coverage = more long-tail royalties, even if small.
FAQs: Symphonic and MediaNet
Is MediaNet still active?
Yes, but mostly as a backend service. It no longer operates as a standalone music site for consumers.
Will I see stream counts from MediaNet in SymphonicMS?
Possibly — depending on how MediaNet reports them. It’s usually lumped into “Other Platforms” or shown in detailed CSV downloads.
Do I get paid for MediaNet usage?
Yes. If your music is streamed or used on a platform that licenses via MediaNet, you earn royalties through Symphonic.
Can I opt out of MediaNet?
Yes — during release setup, you can deselect MediaNet if you don't want your music distributed there.
Conclusion: Yes, Symphonic Distributes to MediaNet (and That’s a Good Thing)
So to answer the core question:
Does Symphonic distribute to the MediaNet? — Yes. MediaNet is part of their distribution network, ensuring your music reaches indirect platforms and backend licensing networks that you might not even know about.
It’s a small but important part of a well-rounded digital strategy, especially if you want your catalog to reach niche services, smart apps, and international platforms that rely on third-party catalogs.
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