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Genie is a Korean music service. Downloads on this service count for all music shows and some end-of-year awards shows.
This guide explains how to get a Genie account and downloads, and how to use the service.
How to Obtain a Genie Account
Where to Get Accounts/Downloads
There are many sellers on Twitter.
Notable examples of Genie account sellers on Twitter include @GBaebulleo_, @chouxcremee, @HoneyBeeKshop, @_DELSHOP_, and @yoonkyesang99
Stay scam-safe!
Check for reviews and testimonials before buying an account. Team ReOrbit is not responsible if you fall for a scam.
Option 1: Rent a Genie account
You should rent if:
You prefer short-term savings, even if it leads to higher long-term costs.
You just want to try it once.
You don't want to participate every comeback.
You don't think you'll remember to log in at least once every 6 months.
If you rent, we recommend a 1 day + 1 download rental.
Option 2: Buy a Genie account
You should buy if:
You prefer a higher upfront cost in order to save long-term.
You know you want to participate in every comeback.
You can log in at least once every 6 months.
You only need to buy an account once. However, you will also need to top-up with Genie Cash every so often.
Download Tutorial
How to Download a Song on Genie
Note: You cannot download on an iPhone or iPad. If you need help downloading because of this, please message @TeamReOrbit_ on Twitter.
Note: This service is entirely in Korean. However, we have written this tutorial so that you do not need to know Korean. Just match the Korean text you see in the tutorial with the text you see on Genie.
PC
Step 1: Access Genie
Visit genie.co.kr
Step 2: Log In
Click "로그인/회원가입" (top right corner).
Click "Genie 로그인."
Enter the username and password.
The seller should have told you this information.
Click "로그인."
Step 3: Locate the Song
Search for the name of the song.
Click on the song.
Step 4: Download the Song
Click the down arrow next to the song.
Click the blue "개별 곡 결제하기" button.
Look for the row that says "기타" .
Click the button to the right of "지니캐시."
Tick the two boxes below "기타."
Make sure there is a checkmark.
Click the blue "개별 곡 결제하기" button.
Click the blue "결제하기" button.
Close Genie once the file downloads.
Android
Step 1: Access Genie
Android: Download the Genie APK
Step 2: Log In
Open the menu (bottom right corner).
Tap "로그인을 해주세요".
Log in.
The seller should have told you this information.
Step 3: Locate the Song
Tap the magnifying glass (bottom middle).
Search for the name of the song.
Step 4: Download the Song
Tap the three dots next to the song.
Tap "다운로드."
If you get a pop-up titled "다운로드 기기관리," tap "기기 등록하기."
Tap "확인."
Select the pass depending on which pass you purchased.
Select "MP3 차감 이용권" if you bought a 5 or 10 download pass.
Select "지니 캐시" if you bought a 1 download pass or a Genie Cash top-up.
Scroll down and tap "구매 후 다운로드."
Tap "확인."
Tap "다운로드 받기 and wait for the song to download.
When it is done downloading, tap "MP3/DRM 저곡 보기."
Tap on the song's row.
[IMPORTANT!] Tap the trash can at the bottom of the screen.
How to Log Into an Account
How to Find and Like Artists
Genie Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it useful for international fans to use Genie? Why shouldn't we just leave this up to domestic fans?
Music Show/Award Wins
Digital performance has the most weight in every music show and awards show.
A lot of streams/downloads is a sign of success.
Exposure/Discoverability
Being higher on the chart will help LOONA sub-units/soloists get exposure.
When more people see them, more people are likely to become fans.
Strength in Numbers
The Korean fandom is very small. They have a difficult time keeping up with streams on their own.
Interational fans can help close the gap.
Why isn't using Spotify/Apple Music enough?
Only Korean streams count on most music shows.
You cannot use a VPN to trick Spotify/Apple Music into thinking you're in Korea. Your streams will be deleted.
If the song charts on Korean streaming services, the artists themselves are more likely to learn about it.
How does Genie's charting system work?
Genie has multiple charts, but here are the important ones:
Realtime (Hourly) Chart: counts how many unique accounts have streamed/downloaded a song at least once in the previous hour.
Daily Chart: counts how many unique listeners have streamed/downloaded a song at least once in the previous day.
Weekly Chart: counts how many unique listeners have streamed/downloaded a song at least once in the previous week.
Note: The artist must chart in the Weekly Chart in order to be eligible for a win on some music shows.
Streams and downloads on Genie also count towards the Circle and Hanteo Digital charts.
How many streams/downloads does the song need to chart?
Around 2 million index points is considered 'safe'.
This is equivalent to ~667k streams, ~2.9k downloads, or any combination of the two.
It is unclear how many streams and downloads are needed to chart on Genie.
The real-time chart has not changed in a while. Is something wrong?
Every night from 1am to 7am KST, the real-time chart freezes.
If you want your download to count on the real-time chart, make sure to download between 7am and 1am KST.
Downloads during this time will still count on the daily and weekly charts.
Do I have to be located in Korea and/or have a Korean IP address?
No.
My iPhone/iPad is not letting me download the MP3 of the song. What do I do?
Message @TeamReorbit_ on Twitter so we can help you.
Could I use more than one account to download?
Yes, as long as you pay for them.
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