Artificial streaming is generating fake plays through bots or paid services. SOOLY Music and all DSP platforms strictly prohibit this.
Prohibited Behavior
- Using stream purchase services
- Bot or automated listening tools
- Playlist payola (paid playlist placement)
- Continuous loop playback on personal devices
- Click farm operations
Penalties
| Platform | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Spotify | Stream removal, royalty deduction, account closure |
| Apple Music | Catalog removal, account suspension |
| SOOLY Music | Account closure, unpaid royalty clawback |
Organic growth is the only sustainable strategy. Avoid suspicious playlist offers; "guaranteed streams" promises are usually fraud.