Smart Links That Go Beyond Your Distributor
HyperFollow is a basic add-on to DistroKid. Artlink is a dedicated music marketing platform with advanced pre-saves, bio pages, retargeting, and custom domains.
Artlink or DistroKid HyperFollow: which should you choose?
HyperFollow is free with DistroKid distribution, but it only works for DistroKid releases and offers limited customization and analytics. Artlink works with any distributor and adds unlimited smart links, lifetime pre-saves, retargeting pixels, custom domains, and AI visuals from $8.99/month. Keep HyperFollow for zero-cost basics; switch to Artlink for control and fan data you own.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Artlink | DistroKid HyperFollow |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Links Across Streaming Platforms | 3 free, unlimited from $8.99/mo | Auto-generated per release |
| Pre-Save Campaigns | From $8.99/mo | Spotify only |
| Bio / Link-in-Bio Page | Yes | No |
| Custom Domain Support | From $8.99/mo | No |
| Retargeting Pixels (Meta, TikTok, GA4) | From $8.99/mo | No |
| Music-Specific Fan Analytics | From $8.99/mo | Basic |
| Works with Any Distributor | Yes | DistroKid only |
| Multiple Theme Layouts | From $8.99/mo | No |
| Media Embeds | 1 free, more on paid | No |
| Lifetime Pre-Save Subscriptions | From $8.99/mo | No |
| Fan Email Collection | Paid | Musician Plus+ ($39.99/yr) |
Pricing Comparison
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Why Musicians Choose Artlink Over HyperFollow
Works with any distributor — not locked into DistroKid's ecosystem
Full bio page builder with multiple themes, social links, and media embeds
Custom domains and retargeting pixels to build your brand and retarget fans
Lifetime pre-saves so fans auto-save every release without re-subscribing
Advanced analytics that go beyond HyperFollow's basic click counts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HyperFollow free?
HyperFollow is included with a DistroKid subscription (starting at $22.99/year for Musician, $39.99/year for Musician Plus), but it's a basic smart link tool with limited features. It offers Spotify pre-saves and basic analytics, but doesn't include bio pages, custom domains, retargeting pixels, or multiple themes. Fan email collection requires Musician Plus or higher. Artlink's free plan includes a bio page and 3 smart links with no distributor lock-in.
Can I use Artlink if I distribute with DistroKid?
Absolutely. Artlink works with any distributor — DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby, AWAL, or any other. You can use Artlink's advanced smart links and pre-saves alongside DistroKid's distribution.
Is Artlink better than HyperFollow?
Artlink offers significantly more features than HyperFollow: bio pages, custom domains, retargeting pixels, lifetime pre-saves, multiple themes, and media embeds. HyperFollow is a basic smart link generator included with DistroKid — it's a distribution add-on, not a marketing platform.
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