Legitary’s Latest Report Ranks SoundCloud as the Most Transparent Streaming Platform
As the competition among music streaming platforms intensifies, one critical factor is setting industry leaders apart: data transparency.
Legitary, an AI-driven data analytics firm specializing in auditing streaming services, has unveiled its latest rankings for platform reliability. By analyzing billions of streams from major platforms throughout 2023, Legitary introduced the “Legitary Anomaly Score,” a metric designed to detect discrepancies in reported play counts.
The findings highlight a major shift in the streaming landscape. SoundCloud has surged to the top, surpassing dominant players like Spotify and Apple Music. This marks a significant milestone for the platform, which has been rebuilding its reputation following financial struggles nearly a decade ago.
According to Legitary’s report, SoundCloud’s leading position reflects its commitment to accurate and transparent reporting. In contrast, YouTube and TikTok rank among the lowest due to frequent inconsistencies in their data. Alongside iHeartRadio, these platforms occupy the bottom three spots in a list of ten evaluated services.
The full ranking by Legitary offers a clear look at which platforms uphold reporting integrity and which lag behind. As transparency becomes an increasingly vital factor for artists and industry professionals, SoundCloud’s strong performance positions it as a trusted platform for creators and listeners alike.