How do I know if Spotify promotion services are legit?

Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dLKkyJWRjsNafzYEj6l9E

 Red Flags = Run Away

Warning Sign

Why It’s Bad

 “Guaranteed streams or playlist adds”

Real playlists can’t promise placement

 “We use our network of listeners” (but won’t name them)

Likely bots or click farms

 Cheap pricing like $20 for 10,000 streams

Unrealistic & usually fake

 No artist testimonials or real Spotify links

No proof they work with real artists

Vague company identity

No clear name, contact info, or history



 Signs of a Legit Promotion Service

  1. They pitch to real curators, not bots
    • Look for playlist networks that are public, verified, and trackable
  2. They focus on genre-targeted campaigns
    • Good services ask about your music’s style, audience, and goals
  3. They provide performance reporting
    • You get actual analytics: streams, saves, placements, engagement
  4. They mention what they don’t promise
    • Reputable services are clear: no guaranteed results, just effort + exposure
  5. They have artist case studies
    • Look for named artists, before-and-after results, and links to real playlists


 How to Vet a Service

  • Google them + “scam” and read Reddit/music forums
  • Ask for recent placements—they should show live Spotify links
  • Search their claimed playlists and look for:
    • Realistic follower growth
    • Consistent engagement (not just thousands of streams, but saves too)
    • Curator’s contact info/social profiles


 Alternatives to Paid Promo

  • Submit to Spotify editorial and user playlists manually
  • Use SubmitHub, DailyPlaylists, or Groover (reputable tools)
  • Build your own micro-influencer campaigns via Instagram/TikTok


 If You Use a Bad Service...

  • You could get shadowbanned by Spotify
  • Spotify may remove your track from editorial consideration
  • You could waste money on bot traffic that never becomes real fans
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