When Do I Get My Money When Releasing Through LANDR?

If you’ve released your music through LANDR or are thinking about using it, one of your first questions is probably, “When do I get my money when releasing through LANDR?”

It’s a fair question — after all, creating music costs time, money, and emotional energy. Understanding how LANDR pays artists, how often payouts happen, and what affects your payout schedule can help you plan your career and cash flow.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through exactly when you get paid with LANDR, how royalties flow from streaming platforms to your account, and practical tips to avoid delays.

Understanding How LANDR Payments Work

Before you know when you get your money when releasing through LANDR, you need to understand how the digital music payment cycle works in general.

When your song is streamed or purchased:

1. The streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, etc.) calculates royalties.

2. These royalties are reported and sent to LANDR — but not instantly.

3. LANDR processes your earnings and makes them available in your artist account.

4. You request a payout, and the funds are sent to your chosen payment method.

Key point: Streaming platforms don’t pay LANDR daily or even weekly. They typically send reports 30–90 days after the end of each month, which means you’ll always be a couple of months behind in seeing your streaming income.

LANDR’s Official Payout Schedule

As of August 2025, here’s how LANDR handles payouts:

• Royalty Reports: Updated monthly when streaming platforms send their data.

• Funds Availability: Royalties appear in your LANDR account within 45–90 days after the streams or sales occur.

• Minimum Payout Threshold: $1 USD (one of the lowest in the industry, which is good for indie artists).

• Payout Frequency: You can request a payout anytime once you’ve reached the minimum threshold.

• Payment Methods: PayPal, Payoneer, or direct bank transfer (availability depends on your country).

Example:
If your track is streamed in January, most of those royalties will be visible in your LANDR dashboard by late March or early April. You can then request payment immediately.

Real-World Data: How Long It Actually Takes

According to LANDR’s artist help center and user reports in 2025:

• Spotify streams: Typically 2–3 months before earnings appear.

• Apple Music: 1.5–2.5 months on average.

• Smaller platforms (Deezer, Tidal, Boomplay): 2–4 months.

• YouTube Content ID earnings: Sometimes up to 4 months.

So, if you released a track on January 10th:

• Spotify earnings from January would likely be visible in your LANDR account by late March or early April.

• You could cash out immediately if you meet the threshold.

Factors That Can Delay Your LANDR Payment

Even though LANDR’s payout system is straightforward, certain factors can delay when you get your money:

1. Late Reporting from Platforms
   Some DSPs send data later than others, especially regional or niche platforms.

2. Payment Method Verification
   If your PayPal or Payoneer account isn’t verified, payouts can be held.

3. Currency Conversion Delays
   International transfers may take an extra 2–5 business days.

4. Dispute or Fraud Checks
   LANDR may hold earnings temporarily if there’s a copyright claim or fraud investigation.

5. Holiday Periods
   Bank closures around Christmas, New Year’s, or national holidays can slow down payments.

LANDR vs. Other Distributors: Payment Speed

Here’s how LANDR’s payout timing compares to other major distribution services:

Takeaway: LANDR’s payout speed is competitive, though TuneCore is slightly faster in some cases.

How to Check Your Earnings in LANDR

To see how close you are to your next payout:

1. Log in to your LANDR account.

2. Go to “Distribution” → “Earnings”.

3. View the breakdown by platform, country, and time period.

4. Check your “Available for Withdrawal” balance.

5. If it’s $1 or more, hit “Request Payout”.

Tips to Get Paid Faster with LANDR

While you can’t change the reporting speed of Spotify or Apple Music, you can avoid unnecessary delays by:

• Setting Up Your Payment Method Early
  Add and verify your PayPal or Payoneer details before your first release.

• Releasing Music Consistently
  The more frequently you release, the more consistent your payout cycle will be.

• Avoiding Copyright Issues
  Make sure your music, samples, and artwork are fully licensed to prevent holds.

• Tracking Your Reports
  Compare your LANDR reports with Spotify for Artists to ensure all streams are accounted for.

Conclusion: When You Actually Get Paid by LANDR

So, when do you get your money when releasing through LANDR?

In short: You’ll typically see your royalties 45–90 days after the streams happen. Once your earnings are in your account and you’ve hit the $1 minimum, you can withdraw at any time via PayPal, Payoneer, or bank transfer.

While LANDR’s timeline isn’t instant (no distributor’s is), it’s predictable and in line with industry norms. If you plan your releases and marketing with this delay in mind, you can maintain a steady cash flow and avoid surprises.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the fastest way to get paid with LANDR?
A: Set up and verify your PayPal account in advance — it’s usually the quickest payout method.

Q2: Does LANDR pay artists monthly?
A: LANDR updates your earnings monthly, but you can request payouts anytime once your balance meets the minimum threshold.

Q3: Can I get paid before 45 days?
A: No, because streaming platforms don’t send the money to LANDR instantly — the reporting delay is unavoidable.

Q4: What happens if I change my payment method?
A: Payout requests may be delayed until the new method is verified.

Q5: Does LANDR take a commission from payouts?
A: On Pro and Studio plans, you keep 100% of royalties. On the Basic plan, LANDR keeps 15%.

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