Beatport Merges with Beatsource: What Every DJ Needs to Know

A Landmark Move for the DJ Community

In a major consolidation for the digital music world, The Beatport Group announced on March 2, 2026, that it will fully merge its open-format service, Beatsource, into the flagship Beatport platform. The move aims to create a single, comprehensive music source for all DJs, from underground electronic artists to mobile and event professionals.

The migration process for existing Beatsource users is set to begin on March 3, 2026. It will be conducted in phases over the following months, with a target completion by the third quarter of 2026. This integration marks the final step in a journey that began with the launch of Beatsource as a joint venture in 2019, unifying two distinct services under one powerful banner.

The New Unified Platform: What's Changing?

The primary goal of this merger is to streamline the experience for DJs by providing a single subscription and a single destination for all their musical needs. For years, DJs have had to choose between Beatport's world-class electronic catalog and Beatsource's expertly curated open-format library. Now, they will coexist.

One Catalog, All Genres

The most significant change is the combination of music libraries. Beatport will now house Beatsource's extensive catalog of hip-hop, pop, R&B, Latin, dance classics, and more alongside its own unparalleled collection of electronic music.

To ensure the specialized curation that Beatsource users value is not lost, the original Beatsource team will now manage dedicated 'Open-Format' and 'Urban' genre sections directly within the Beatport ecosystem. This includes maintaining popular features like DJ-friendly edits (intros, clean/dirty versions) and curated playlists.

The Migration Process: A Guide for Beatsource Users

The Beatport Group has outlined a clear, automated process for transitioning users. The rollout will be staggered, and users will be notified via email when it is their turn to migrate their account.

Your Account and Music Are Safe

When prompted, users will use their existing Beatsource credentials to log into Beatport, which will initiate the transfer. All critical user data will be moved over seamlessly. This includes:

• Login Credentials: Your username and password will remain the same.
• Existing Playlists: All playlists you've created on Beatsource will appear in your new Beatport account.
• Purchase History: Any tracks you have purchased a la carte will be available.
• Offline Locker: Tracks stored for offline use with a LINK subscription will also be transferred.

What Happens to Your Subscription?

Existing Beatsource subscription plans will be mapped to new, equivalent tiers on Beatport. To ease the transition, Beatport will honor the user's current Beatsource subscription price for three months after migration. Following this period, the price will adjust to the standard rate for the new Beatport tier.

The planned subscription mapping is as follows:

• Beatsource (Streaming) will become Beatport Streaming.
• Beatsource LINK (with offline locker) will become Beatport Advanced.
• Beatsource LINK Pro (high-quality audio + locker) will become Beatport Professional.

Impact on Your DJ Setup

This platform unification is designed to have a minimal impact on your DJ workflow. All existing DJ software integrations that worked with Beatsource and Beatport—including Serato, Rekordbox, Traktor, and VirtualDJ—will continue to function with the newly integrated Beatport source. After completing the migration wizard, you will simply need to log in to the Beatport streaming service within your preferred DJ software to access the full, combined catalog.

This merger represents a new chapter for DJs, promising a more efficient and powerful tool for music discovery and performance. For now, Beatsource users should keep an eye on their inbox for their official migration invitation.