Yes, you can release explicit material through LANDR Distribution, but it must comply with our content guidelines and you must classify it as “Explicit” when preparing it for submission in the release builder. This will help to make sure that your release is labeled correctly on streaming platforms and complies with their platform-specific guidelines and policies.
It’s important to keep in mind that there are differences between acceptable explicit content and content that goes against LANDR’s content policies.
What counts as explicit content?
Explicit content typically includes:
- Strong language (e.g., swear words)
- Sexual references
- Mature themes that may require parental discretion
If your track includes this type of content, it’s important to mark it as explicit to ensure stores provide the appropriate listener advisory. As a general rule: If you'd need to cover a child’s ears, it’s probably explicit — and that’s okay. Just be sure to label it properly.
What kind of content is prohibited?
Explicit content crosses the line into prohibited material if it includes:
- Hateful, discriminatory, or racist language intended to harm or demean
- Pornographic content
- Defamatory material or incitements to violence
This type of content violates LANDR's policies and cannot be distributed.
In short, explicit content that’s creative, artistic, or reflective of mature themes is generally acceptable — but harmful or offensive material that promotes hate or violence is not. Proper labeling helps ensure your music reaches the right audience without issues.
To learn more, take a look at our Terms of Service.
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