What is SoundScan, why does it matter, and how do I register with it?

Luminate’s SoundScan (formerly Nielsen SoundScan) tracks sales and streams. In order to have a chance at making the Billboard music sales/streaming charts, any release must be registered with SoundScan using UPC number (for the whole album) and ISRC codes (for the individual tracks). Without a registration, the sales figures will not be counted, and you will remain invisible to the system.

At the time of this FAQ’s publication, Luminate SoundScan registration is still free of charge.

Please click for our SoundScan Registration Guide.