How do I become a signed iTunes artist or label?

Apply here. Once you complete the iTunes Music Store online application, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application and instructions on how to proceed.

How long does the application process take?

We review and consider each application individually and try to respond as quickly as possible. This process can take a matter of weeks.

How do I review the status of my application?

Applicants will receive an email notifying them of their application status once we have reviewed the application.

In what countries will my music be available if my application is accepted?

iTunes Artists and Labels are provided with the option to request contracts for all global regions in which the iTunes Music Store sells content. Once a contract for a specific global region has been executed, any content that has been delivered to us with Territory Rights within that global region will automatically be made available for sale in that region.

Who can I contact?

For questions on how to become a signed iTunes artist or label, inquiries can be sent to itunesmarketing@apple.com.au. For questions on using iTunes marketing programs to promote your music, contact itunesmarketing@apple.com.au.

iTunes Producer: iTunes Producer is a free software application that allows you to prepare your music for submission to iTunes. Use it to encode your music into AAC format; enter album, song, and artwork information; and send all your prepared files directly to Apple for consideration.

Music features on iTunes Store: After your content is available in the iTunes Store, the iTunes editorial staff may feature your title.* Before your scheduled release, ask your label or distributor to send a listening copy to the iTunes editorial staff:

iTunes Editorial Staff
Apple Pty Ltd
PO Box A2629
Sydney NSW 1235

Editorial staff may consider a feature on:

• The appropriate genre page
• Free Single of the Week download
• The appropriate genre’s Free Discovery Download
• Weekly New Music Weekly email blast or genre emails
• Weekly New Music Weekly podcast
• iTunes Essentials

In addition, when your music is added to iTunes it may also be considered for inclusion on demo computers and in-store play at more than 150 Apple Store locations worldwide. Where appropriate, you may also be considered for an Artist iMix and Celebrity Playlist.

* Editorial placement is solely at the discretion of the iTunes editorial staff and is not guaranteed.