This guide walks you through the core DropTrack workflow: uploading a track and sending it to your contacts in a campaign.

Part 1: Upload a Track

  1. In your dashboard, click Tracks in the sidebar.
  2. Click Upload Track.
  3. Select an audio file from your computer. DropTrack supports MP3, WAV, and AIFF formats. You can also import from SoundCloud or add a Spotify link.
  4. Once uploaded, fill in the track details:
    • Track title and artist name
    • Genre, BPM, and key
    • ISRC code (optional)
  5. Click Save.

Part 2: Create a Playlist

  1. Go to Playlists in the sidebar.
  2. Click Create Playlist.
  3. Give your playlist a name and description.
  4. Add your track(s) to the playlist.
  5. Upload album artwork (optional but recommended).
  6. Attach any documents (press release, EPK, etc.).
  7. Click Save.

Part 3: Send Your First Campaign

  1. Go to Campaigns in the sidebar.
  2. Click Start Campaign.
  3. Step 1 - Choose contacts: Select which contacts or contact lists to send to. You can also choose a smart segment.
  4. Step 2 - Compose your message: Write a personalized message. Select your playlist to include.
  5. Step 3 - Configure options:
    • Enable or disable downloads
    • Set a download limit
    • Require feedback before downloads
    • Enable watermarking (Pro plans)
    • Set password protection (optional)
    • Set an expiration date (optional)
    • Schedule for a future date/time (optional)
  6. Step 4 - Review & send: Preview your campaign and hit Send!

What Happens Next

After sending, you'll see real-time analytics on your campaign page:

  • Who opened your email
  • Who listened to each track (and how far)
  • Who downloaded your music
  • Feedback and ratings from your contacts
  • Geographic location of listeners

You'll also receive email notifications for key actions like listens, downloads, and feedback.