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Wynk Music Shuts Down: What It Means for You

In a surprising move, Wynk Music, one of India’s popular music streaming apps, has announced its closure. Launched in 2014 by Airtel, Wynk was loved for its affordable plans, easy-to-use design, and a huge collection of songs, podcasts, and regional music. Its closure has left many fans wondering why and what’s next.

Why Wynk Music is Shutting Down

Though Wynk hasn’t officially explained the shutdown, here are some likely reasons:

1. Tough Competition: Apps like Spotify, YouTube Music, and Amazon Music have taken over the Indian market with massive song libraries and cool features.
2. Airtel’s New Plans: Airtel may be focusing on other businesses like telecom and tech partnerships. Reports suggest Airtel is working with Apple to bring Apple Music to its users, which could replace Wynk.

What Should Users Do?

If you’re a Wynk Music user, now’s the time to explore other apps. Check out Spotify, YouTube Music, or Apple Music—they all have big music collections and fun features. If possible, transfer your favorite songs and playlists to your new platform.

The Future of Music Streaming in India

The end of Wynk shows how competitive music streaming has become. Here’s what we can expect:

1. Personalized Playlists: Apps will focus more on recommendations based on your taste.
2. Exclusive Content: New releases, live shows, and behind-the-scenes music will become key.
3. Better Tech: Features like AI recommendations, VR concerts, and high-quality sound will keep evolving.

While Wynk’s goodbye is sad for many, it also means the Indian music streaming scene is growing and getting better for listeners. 🎶

To set your song as CallerTune you need THE CODE. You will find the code in Dashboard>>My Releases>>click Track Name>> Under the track page you will find the codes

Once you have “THE CODE” follow below instructions to set the Caller-Tune

• JIO – SMS song name to 56789 and follow instructions OR search your song on JioSaavn App (Jio gives only one callertune option)
• Airtel – Search your song in Wynk app, open it and use Hellotune button to set it (Airtel has totally discontinued SMS feature)
• BSNL – To set DialerTune SMS BT (code) to 56700
• IDEA – To set Dialer Tunes Dial 537+Code or use IDEA DialerTune App
• VODAFONE – To set Dialer Tunes Dial 537+Code or use VODAFONE caller-tune app
• VODAFONE ONLINE – https://vicallertunes.in/content//ringback
• You can also search on https://vodafonecallertunes.in using the song name

Step One: Register Here

Step Two: Purchase a plan

Step Three: Our agent will contact you through call or mail within 24 hours for further process..

Step Four: We will send you a B2B/LOA/NOC for sign.

Step Five: After we got the signed B2B/LOA/NOC, your dashboard will ready for distribution.

That’s All.

The following are steps for artists to claim artist profiles:

1)      Download the Spotify for Artists App as under:

download S4A app (iOS)

download S4A app (Android)

Web version Spotify For Artists Web

2)      Register on Spotify for artist with the same email ID used for login into main Spotify App

3)      Claim your artist profile here: claim your S4A artist profile (for artists and managers only)

4)      Link your Facebook,Instagram & Twitter profiles on the app for better profile visibility.

Notes:

1.      The app is for the artist, and the artist can then decide additional logins for their team using the “Add Team Member” function. As an artist you can decide who (at the music label, artist management, agency, etc) can access insights. 

2.      Labels get Spotify Analytics – if you have received this message, it is because you are an artist or an artist manager who can pass this email to your respective artists

3.      The app gives analytics based on all the TRACKS/ALBUMS where you have been credited as a performing artist. If you find any tracks missing, please notify me.

4.      As we have just launched in India, if you come across any errors (metadata, credits or other issues) you can report the same to us and we will try our best to get it corrected as soon as possible.

5.      The app allows you to change your profile pic, select a playlist or a song as your Hot “Artist’s Pick,” view your top markets, create playlists, submit a song to our global editorial team, and much more. We suggest you explore the app and also read the FAQ docs and videos as mentioned below.

6.      This app DOES NOT allow you to upload any music on your own. As Spotify, we encourage you to go thru a label or a distributor to get your content on the platform – after which you can use this tool to see how its doing on the platform, and also helps you connect to your fans and promote what you want (you can also pitch your songs for playlists).

7.      The app DOES NOT give you any financial reports – you need to get that from your respective labels. 

8.      This page has a lot of useful videos that have been created especially for you.

9.Please feel free to reach out to us via email or phone for anything you need on this.

JioSaavn is the Indian online music streaming service of Bollywood, English and other regional Indian music across the world. Since it was founded in 2007 as Saavn, the company has acquired rights to over 5 crore (50 million) music tracks in 15 languages. JioSaavn is a freemium service; basic features are free with advertisements or limitations, while additional features, such as improved streaming quality and music downloads, are offered via paid subscriptions

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Spotify is a digital music streaming service that gives you access to millions of songs, podcasts and videos from artists all over the world, like Apple Music and Amazon Music Unlimited. 

Spotify is immediately appealing because you can access content for free by simply signing up using an email address or by connecting with Facebook. If you’re not keen on monthly subscription fees for Spotify Premium, or just want to dip your toe in and test it out, it’s easy to get started and there’s no commitment.

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Gaana.com is India’s largest commercial music streaming service with over 150 million monthly users. It was launched in April 2010 by Times Internet and provides both Indian and international music content. The entire Indian music catalog is available to users worldwide

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