Question
Do I need to embed ISRC codes or metadata directly into my audio files when uploading to ThatPitch?
Answer
No – ThatPitch recommends not embedding ISRC codes or metadata directly into your audio files.
Embedding won’t harm your files, but it’s generally ineffective, as sync libraries ignore any metadata embedded in the file itself help.thatpitch.com.
Why Embedding Isn’t Necessary with ThatPitch
Sync libraries disregard metadata embedded within audio files. They rely on information sent via ThatPitch’s platform, not embedded tags.
Embedding takes unnecessary time without providing any added benefit to the sync placement workflow.
What ThatPitch Does for You
ThatPitch handles all relevant metadata—including ISRC and other identifiers—through its platform.
When you upload your track and fill out the metadata via the ThatPitch interface, the necessary identifiers are included automatically in the metadata package sent to libraries.
This ensures libraries receive clean, standardized assets—no embedded metadata required.
Benefits of ThatPitch’s Approach
Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
Simplicity | Skip the extra step of embedding metadata into files yourself. |
Accuracy | Metadata is consistently packaged and formatted per library expectations. |
Efficiency | Saves time and avoids unnecessary file alterations. |
Best Practices for Artists
Upload your audio file.
Focus on entering accurate metadata (ISRC, track title, composer, splits, etc.) in the ThatPitch upload form.
Trust ThatPitch to transmit this metadata correctly to libraries.
Do not worry about embedding metadata into the audio file itself unless doing so is required for a different workflow (e.g., CD mastering or other uses outside ThatPitch).