Get your music on YouTube Shorts
There’s no getting away from it. Short-form content has taken over social media. Don’t get left behind and start uploading your music to YouTube Shorts with Ditto Music.
How to upload music to YouTube Shorts
1. Open a Ditto Music account.
2. Upload music to YouTube Shorts through Ditto’s Release Builder.
3. Select your release date and send over your artwork.
4. Include your collaborators and split your royalties.
5. Check out insights into your audience through the Ditto Music app.
Why upload music to YouTube Shorts?
Attention spans have never been shorter, so you need to capture the interest of your audience almost instantly. This is made simple with YouTube Shorts.
No need for any fancy cameras or expensive equipment. Just start shooting and uploading directly from your phone - kickstarting trends and getting featured across YouTube and beyond.
Shorts is the place to be for creators looking to quickly and effectively showcase music.
Still not convinced? You'll also be able to collect extra income through the YouTube Partner Program and get paid every time your music is used with Content ID.
Why use Ditto Music.
Unlimited Releases
Release as much music as you like to every major music platform worldwide.
Free Pre-Save SmartLinks
Let fans pre-save your music before it drops and share your release everywhere with just one link.
Keep 100% Royalties
Keep 100% of the royalties you earn and all of the rights to your music.
Publishing, Sync & More
Access tools and services to boost your profile and earnings, including publishing, sync pitching, chart registration and more.
Advanced Analytics
Explore streaming insights, download numbers and listener demographic data. Get the Ditto app to track stats from your phone.
Fast Payouts
Get paid royalties directly into your account and withdraw your earnings with a couple of clicks.
Split Payments
Automatically split royalties with your collaborators, producers, features, songwriters or anyone else who's earned a cut.
Get Signed
We scout talent from our distribution services and sign them to label services deals where we can offer more marketing support.
More Stores
Distribute to 150+ stores in a single upload. Land on every platform that pays.
From bedroom uploads to Grammy stages.
YouTube Shorts Music Distribution Explained
What are YouTube Shorts?
YouTube Shorts are essentially YouTube’s version of Instagram Reels or TikTok videos. The short-form vertical posts are designed to capture viewers’ attention easily and quickly. Learn more about how to upload and promote your music on YouTube Shorts.
How long are YouTube Shorts?
Shorts can last up to 60 seconds in length and be made up of one single 60-second long clip, or a combination of multiple 15-second vids. An ideal length for teasing an upcoming single or tour.
How to make YouTube Shorts
YouTube Shorts are super easy to create and upload from either your phone or your desktop. For step-by-step instructions on how to make Shorts, check out these steps.
How to make money on YouTube Shorts
Just like standard YouTube videos, you can make money from Shorts in a number of different ways. This income can come from advertising, brand partnerships and even YouTube’s own Partner Program. By signing up to Ditto Pro, you’ll also be able to claim royalties any time your music is used across YouTube with Content ID.
