> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.wavjunkie.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started as a Listener

> Discover, purchase, and download high-quality music from independent artists.

Welcome to WAVjunkie! This guide will help you get started with discovering, purchasing, and downloading high-quality music from independent artists.

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## Creating your account

### Step 1: Sign up

1. Click the **User Icon** in the navigation bar
2. Enter your display name
3. Enter your email address and create a secure password
4. You're ready to start exploring!

When you first sign up, you'll be asked to select your role:

* **Listener** — Browse, purchase, and download music
* **Artist** — Upload and sell your own music (can also purchase as a listener)

As a listener, you'll have access to the full marketplace without upload capabilities.

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## Browsing music

### Discover page

The **Discover** page is your gateway to finding new music:

* **Featured releases** — Handpicked selections from our catalog
* **New releases** — The latest uploads from artists
* **Genre filters** — Browse by your favorite genres

### Search

Use the **Search** function to find specific track titles, artist names, genres, or moods.

### Artist profiles

Click on any artist name to visit their profile and see their full catalog of releases, biography and social links, and a follow button to stay updated on new releases.

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## Purchasing music

### Adding to cart

1. Find a release you want to purchase
2. Click **Add to Cart** on the release card or detail page
3. Continue browsing or proceed to checkout

### Checkout process

1. Click the **Cart** icon in the navigation
2. Review your selected releases
3. Click **Checkout** to proceed to payment
4. Complete payment via Stripe (credit/debit card)
5. You'll receive an email confirmation

### What you're buying

When you purchase a release on WAVjunkie, you receive:

* **High-quality WAV files** (16-bit or 24-bit audio)
* **Permanent access** to re-download your purchases
* **Master Use License** for personal use

<Note>All sales are final due to the digital nature of downloads.</Note>

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## Downloading your music

### Accessing your downloads

1. Click your **profile icon** in the navigation
2. Scroll to **Downloads** at the bottom of your dashboard
3. You'll see all your purchased releases

### How to download

1. Find the release in your Downloads section
2. Click the **Download** button next to any track
3. The WAV file will download directly to your device

### Re-downloading

You can re-download your purchased tracks at any time. There's no limit to how many times you can download your purchases.

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## Managing your library

### Favorites

Save releases you're interested in for later:

1. Click the **Heart** icon on any release
2. Access your favorites from **Favorites** in your dashboard
3. Easily purchase or listen to saved releases

### Following artists

1. Visit an artist's profile page
2. Click the **Follow** button
3. See their new releases in your feed

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## Account settings

### Profile settings

Access your profile settings to update your display name, change your avatar, and manage email preferences.

### Security

* **Change password** — Update your password at any time
* **Delete account** — Permanently remove your account and data

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## Frequently asked questions

### Can I preview tracks before purchasing?

Yes! Click the **Play** button on any release to preview the track. Guests get 1 free full listen per track; logged-in listeners get 3 free listens before purchase.

### What audio format are downloads?

All downloads are in **WAV format** — the highest quality uncompressed audio.

### Can I get a refund?

All sales are final due to the digital nature of downloads. Please preview tracks before purchasing.

### How do I contact support?

Email [admin@wavjunkie.com](mailto:admin@wavjunkie.com).

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## Tips for listeners

1. **Use preview** — Always preview tracks before purchasing
2. **Follow artists** — Get notified when your favorite artists release new music
3. **Check genres** — Use genre filters to discover new artists
4. **Save favorites** — Bookmark releases for later

Happy listening! 🎵