Content Upload

Formats, requirements, metadata, and distribution for all content types.

What file formats are supported for music uploads?

We support WAV, FLAC, and MP3 (320kbps or higher) for audio. For artwork, we accept JPEG and PNG files with minimum dimensions of 3000x3000 pixels.

How long does it take to upload content?

Upload times depend on file size and internet connection. A single track typically takes 2-5 minutes to upload and process. You'll receive notifications when your content is ready.

Can I edit my content after uploading?

Yes, you can edit metadata, artwork, and other details before publishing. Once published, you can still update descriptions, pricing, and territory availability.

What is Territory Availability?

Territory Availability lets you control where your content can be accessed. You can make content available worldwide, restrict it to specific countries, or block it from certain regions.

What are the different territory modes?

There are three modes: Worldwide (available everywhere, the default), Include Only (available only in selected countries), and Exclude (available everywhere except selected countries).

What metadata is required for uploads?

Required: title, genre, release date, and cover art. Optional: featured artists, collaborators, lyrics, ISRC codes, territory restrictions, and licensing terms.

What are the requirements for beat uploads?

Beats support MP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC, OGG, and M4A formats up to 100MB. You can set BPM, musical key, genre, and configure licensing options (commercial use, modifications, attribution).

How do podcast uploads work?

Upload MP3, WAV, or M4A files up to 500MB. Set episode details including season/episode numbers, categories, explicit content flags, and optionally upload transcripts for accessibility.

What video formats are supported?

MP4, MOV, and AVI formats up to 2GB. We recommend 1080p resolution. You can upload custom thumbnails and categorize as music video, BTS, live performance, tutorial, and more.

Can I upload albums or only singles?

Both. Albums support up to 50 tracks. You can add tracks individually or batch-upload multiple files. Each track in an album gets its own metadata while sharing the album artwork and details.

What is COSOMA submission?

COSOMA (Copyright Society of Malawi) submission registers your music for copyright protection in Malawi. Vwaza Studio provides a streamlined submission process directly from your content management dashboard.