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How to schedule a smart link to go live automatically
To schedule a smart link in MelodyLane, build it in Dashboard → Smart Links → New Smart Link, then on the last step find Go live automatically, choose the date and time in your own time zone and tap Schedule. The link stays a draft until that time, then goes live by itself at the same address.
Anyone can read this guide. Some steps use features in Pro, Studio & Lifetime.
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Why schedule
- Set up your page early, then let it go live at release time — even if you're asleep or on stage.
- Fans who open it before then won't see it yet.
Tip: Scheduled publishing is included with Pro, Studio & Lifetime.
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Build your smart link
- Go to Dashboard → Smart Links → New Smart Link.
- Add your artwork, title, listening links and socials as usual.
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Pick your go-live time
- On the last step, find Go live automatically.
- Choose the date and time. It uses your own time zone.
- Tap Schedule instead of Publish.
Watch out: Most releases go live at midnight in your main market. Check your distributor's release time.
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Check it's scheduled
- Your link shows as a draft in Smart Links until the time comes.
- Open the link to edit it, change the time or clear it with the X.
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Go live early if you want
- Changed your mind? Open the link and publish it now.
- Your fan link address stays the same either way.
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Share it on release day
- Once it's live, copy your fan link and put it in your bio, Stories and ads.
- Open it on your phone and tap each service to be sure it plays the right song.
Tip: If your plan ends before the go-live time, the link stays a draft until you upgrade or publish it yourself.