There are two answers to the question of how Artist Presale codes are sent out: First there is what Ticketmaster says and secondly there is what we've really observed during many years - keep reading, we can help you.

For "Artist Presales" managed by Ticketmaster-there are a lot of them but there are also some that will NOT work using this method.

Secondly, this only works if you learn about the tour announcement AND get signed up for the Artist on Ticketster before the cut-off the day before or a few days before the presale begins.

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Sign into your Ticketmaster Account and go to the artist's sign-up page to select your preferred presales.

For these presales, any fan that signs up has the opportunity to join the sale. If the presale you signed up for is ticketed by another company other than Ticketmaster, there may be a code required to access the presale.

If this is the case, you'll receive an email reminder with your password and the link to the presale the evening before the presale begins.

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During nearly 2 decades of experience we have found that in many cases access is given to those who have made a more direct connection with the artist - this includes subscribers to the official email newsletter for a performer or group, members of the official fan club (sometimes paid fanclub members), or followers on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Instagram and Facebook (Meta).

The goal is to reward fans who are actively part of the artist's online community.

It's the most direct way for an artist to reward their core fanbase and build a loyal following. PLus it helps that sending an email is almost free these days, or it was a few years ago.

By controlling the initial ticket release, they ensure their most dedicated supporters get the first chance to buy tickets, often at face value. It also encourages fans to sign up for mailing lists and follow social accounts, which are valuable marketing channels for album releases, merchandise, tours, promotions and more. Also, see Facebook Presales

First, make sure you're subscribed to your favorite artists' newsletters and following them on social media. Login to your Ticketmaster account and ensure you have favorited the band you're hoping will send you a presale password. If the presales has started use your Presale.Codes account to login and access the code.

Codes are often sent via email or posted online just before the presale begins. When the presale starts on a site like Ticketmaster, you'll enter the code into a box to unlock the ability to purchase from the allocated presale tickets.

The timing can vary greatly. Sometimes codes are sent a day or two in advance, while other times they are posted on social media just minutes before the presale goes live. For high-demand tours in North America, this can create a frantic rush, so it pays to be vigilant on the day of the sale.

Similar to other presales, the artist is given a specific block of tickets from the promoter to sell to their fans. This inventory is spread across different sections and price points or it could all be concentrated at one level. While it can include fantastic seats, it's not a guarantee of a front-row spot, but it's always a chance to buy before the general public.

They are extremely common, from the smallest club tours to the largest stadium shows. It's become a standard part of the tour announcement cycle for North American artists. Many performers see it as the first and most important presale, as it directly engages the fans who are most likely to buy tickets and merchandise.

Yes, frequently. An artist presale is often the first of many presales for a single event. It's typically followed by presales from partners like Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and local Venue Presales. The artist gets the first window to sell to their fans before the bigger promotional partners get their turn.

This can happen for a few reasons. Sometimes, email lists are segmented by geographic location, and you may have been outside the target area for a specific show. For huge tours, the demand can be so high that not every single subscriber receives a code.

Lastly, always check your spam or promotions folder, as presale emails can sometimes get filtered out by mistake.

If you missed your chance to sign up for an Artist Presale Code - you are in luck because Presale.Codes has a big list of them and once you find the one you need you're going to all set!

View the list of Artist presales