The Sound Cloud platform is both for music listeners and creators. Any user can listen to music on the platform for free and can upload their own tracks. It is an online audio streaming and music sharing platform that was founded in Stockholm, Sweden during the year 2007.
This interactive nature of the platform allows creators (both musicians and podcasters) to connect with listeners and fans through it tools and features. The commenting feature is one among the best feature the platform is known for. It allows you communicate with whosoever you want to on the app. Read through this article to learn more about this music platform.
Sound Cloud | SoundCloud
This is an artist-first platform packed with a global community of artists and listeners on the pulse of what’s new, now, and next in the music culture. It empowers independent artists with the right tools, services, and resources required to help them built and grow their music careers.
The platform can be accessed for free using its basic account. But to get more on the app, you can subscribe to a paid plan. There are different plans you can subscribe to, all available at affordable prize from $4.99 to $9.99.
Sound Cloud Log In | Soundcloud Sign In
Before you can access and enjoy all of the platform features and services, you will need to sign in to your account. For first time users, you are required to create an account. This can be done by entering your email address and a password or signing up using Facebook, Apple, or Google account.
- Turn on your device mobile network or connect to a stable WIFI
- Launch the app or enter the URL soundcloud.com on your web browser
- Then click on Sign In at the top right section of the page
- you will be redirected to the sign-in or create an account page
- You can enter your email address and password if you own an account already
- Otherwise select either to sign up with Google, Facebook, or Apple
- You can also sign up using the email option
- Enter your email and click on continue
- Provide a password for the account (min. 8 characters)
- Verify the captcha to prove you are not a robot
- Click on Continue
- you will be sent an email to your provided mail address. Click on the link sent to your mail from SoundCloud
Your account will be created, and you can set up you profile.
After creating an account, you can edit your profile by tapping on the displayed username on the top right section. Tap on profile, and then you can personalize and customize your account thereafter. You can upload a photo, edit your bio, city and country, and lot more. Tap on “Save changes” when you are done editing.
Sound Cloud App
SoundCloud can also be accessible on mobile app. The app is available on both iOS and Android devices, and it has a basic version which is free. To use the app, you first have to access the Sound Cloud Downloader on your smartphone.
Sound Cloud Downloader App | Sound Cloud Downloader
To download the app on your iOS or Android mobile device, do the following:
- Turn on your device mobile data or get connected to a WIFI
- Launch your App Store or Play Store
- Hit the search box and enter the word SoundCloud
- Tap on the app from the given options
- And hit the Get or Download button
The app will be installed automatically after the download is complete. You can access the app from your device app menu.
Sound Cloud Premium
The very first premium tier on the app for users is the SoundCloud Go. It is a paid subscription that costs about $4.99 per month. With this subscription, users can save an unlimited number of music tracks for offline listening. It also offers an ad-free listening experience.
SoundCloud Go+ is the next premium subscription which costs $9.99 per month. All the benefits of the platform are offered in this subscription. For creators, there is an option of SoundCloud Pro Unlimited. With this, you can apply to monetize your account. This will give you the opportunity to get paid while other users access your uploads.
