Audio preview sources

Each beat needs a playable preview. In Beat Options (UI Theme) or BeatStore fields (Player Plugin), choose one source:

| Source | Best for | Setup | | --- | --- | --- | | Upload | Most stores | MP3 in the WordPress Media Library | | SoundCloud | Catalog already on SoundCloud | Public permalink + API credentials: guide | | Dropbox | Offloading large preview files | Direct stream URL: guide |

SoundCloud update (2026)

SoundCloud previews were rebuilt for current SoundCloud API rules (OAuth Client Credentials). Connect under BeatStore → Integrations, or set credentials in wp-config.php. Details: SoundCloud audio previews.

Upload and Dropbox are unchanged by that work.