Account Closed & Funds Withheld Without Clear Evidence
I am an independent artist whose TuneCore account was recently closed for alleged “abnormal activity.” All of my music is 100% original and owned by me. The engagement associated with my releases was generated through YouTube Shorts distribution on my official channel. I have not used bots, artificial streams, or any fraudulent services. Despite this, my content was taken down from all stores and my earned funds were withheld. I was not provided with specific evidence, detailed reporting from stores, or a clear explanation of what constituted the alleged violation. As an independent artist, transparency is extremely important. If abnormal activity is detected, creators deserve: • Clear documentation • Specific release details • The opportunity to respond • A defined appeal process I am still awaiting a transparent review and clarification regarding the withheld earnings. I hope TuneCore improves communication and provides fair resolution mechanisms for independent artists in similar situations.