Why are there ads on SoundCloud?  Q: Why ads?  A: Every time you
see or hear an ad, artists get paid. Occasional advertising on
our platform allow us to continue to support artists and keep
SoundCloud free for listeners.  Q: If I'm not a Premier Partner,
will there be ads on any of my tracks?  A: No. Ads will not be
placed on any of your tracks if you are a Free, Pro, or Pro
Unlimited user. They are only played against content with the
Premier Partner's explicit consent.  Q: Why is this U.S.
exclusive?  A: We’re focused on launching and perfecting the
program in the U.S. because it’s our biggest market, then we’ll
be expanding it to other countries.   Q: How can I opt out of
audio ads?  A: For now, there’s not an option to opt out of
audio ads on the platform, but we’re rolling out ad products
very gradually with attention to your listening experience. In
the coming months, we’ll be rolling out a subscription service
that provides an ad free experience. Stay tuned for more
information.   Q: Why do Audio Ads s