Discover is where fans can explore Bandcamp’s massive catalog of music and merch sold by artists and labels across the musical universe. Fans and visitors can discover and shop for:
Digital albums
Vinyl
Cassettes
CDs
T-shirts
Other merch
Requirements to show up in Discover
Your music and merch needs to fulfill a few requirements in order to appear in Bandcamp’s music discovery features, like Discover.
For digital albums, make sure the album:
Has a featured track
Is not a free download
Is public
Is not subscription-only
If it’s a preorder, is a public preorder
Has artwork uploaded
* Please note that standalone tracks won’t be listed on the Discover page.
For merch, ensure your item is:
Not subscription-only
Public
Not sold out
Optimizing for Discover
Choose a featured track you want potential new fans to hear first when your releases appear on the /discover page.
Select a genre on your profile, and tag all of your releases. That way you’re more likely to show up in the search results of your future fans.
List all of your merch on Bandcamp, so you can reach our community of millions of music fans who want to support artists and labels directly.
Add enticing photos of your merch – items with great images tend to sell best.
Merch tips
Here are a few things you can do to make sure your physical merch has the best chance of being discovered by a fan.
How a release with multiple merch options appears in Discover.
Avoid Replicating Album Artwork:
Your merch images should be distinct from your album artwork. Creating a fresh and distinctive look for your merch will help fans distinguish your merch items from your digital releases as well as other merch items.
High-Quality Photos:
Clear, well-lit, and high-resolution images will make sure your fans know what they can expect. Avoid grainy or blurry images.
Showcase the Merch:
Ensure that your merch images effectively display the product. Whether it's a t-shirt, vinyl, or other items, your fans should get a clear idea of what they're purchasing.
Size and Resolution:
Bandcamp recommends a minimum image size of 1200 x 900 pixels minimum (bigger is better)
.jpg, .png, or .gif, 10MB max for merch images. This ensures that your images look crisp and sharp on all devices. A well-sized image also allows users to zoom in for a closer look, helping them make informed purchase decisions.
Catch the Eye with Thumbnails:
Remember that your merch images may appear as thumbnails when fans filter by category. Make sure your images are attention-grabbing even at a smaller size. Bright colors, compelling designs, and clear focal points can help your merch stand out.