Non-Exclusive Music License Agreement

By downloading, streaming, purchasing, or using any music made available on this site (“Licensed Work(s)”), you (“Licensee”) agree to the following terms with the music’s creator (“Licensor”).

1. Grant of License

The Licensor grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable, and non-sublicensable license to use the Licensed Work(s) in connection with personal, creative, or commercial projects. Permitted uses may include film, video, podcasts, games, online content, advertising, or music recordings.

License rights are determined by the license tier purchased, as outlined at checkout or within your license confirmation. Any usage beyond the scope of the selected license tier requires a license upgrade or separate agreement.

2. Ownership and Rights

The Licensor retains full ownership and copyright of all Licensed Work(s). This agreement provides usage rights only; it does not transfer ownership.

The Licensee may not:

  • Claim ownership of the Licensed Work(s)
  • Resell, relicense, or redistribute the Licensed Work(s) as standalone audio
  • Use the Licensed Work(s) in any sound kit, sample pack, or as part of a music licensing platform

3. Derivative Works

The Licensee may create and release derivative works (e.g. songs or albums) by adding vocals, instrumentation, or additional production. These derivative works may be distributed and monetized within the scope of the purchased license tier.

The Licensed Work(s) must not be used in a way that closely resembles or replicates the original for resale or redistribution.

4. Content ID and Performing Rights Organizations (PROs)

The Licensee may not register the Licensed Work(s) with any content fingerprinting or monetization systems (e.g., YouTube Content ID), or any performing rights organizations (e.g., ASCAP, BMI, SESAC), without prior written permission from the Licensor.

5. Credit

Credit is not required but is appreciated where appropriate. When credit is provided, please use:

“Music by [Licensor Name]”

Alternate crediting can be arranged in writing.

6. Restrictions

The Licensee agrees not to:

  • Misrepresent or falsely claim authorship of the Licensed Work(s)
  • Use the music in any defamatory, illegal, or misleading content
  • Use the music in a way that harms the integrity of the original
  • Resell or sublicense the Licensed Work(s) outside the terms of this license

7. License Scope & Tiers

This license is non-exclusive — the Licensed Work(s) may be licensed to other users.

The Licensee is responsible for selecting the appropriate license tier at the time of purchase.
Each tier defines limits for usage, including but not limited to:

  • Distribution caps (e.g., number of streams or sales)
  • Monetization rights
  • Platform usage (e.g., digital, live, sync)
All monetization rights are subject to the selected license tier. Unauthorized use beyond tier limits may result in revocation of rights or require a license upgrade.

Details for each tier are available on the product or pricing page and are confirmed in the Licensee’s order receipt or license certificate.

8. Term & Termination

This license is granted in perpetuity, unless revoked due to breach of terms. If terminated, the Licensee must cease all use of the Licensed Work(s) and destroy all copies.

9. Limitation of Liability

The Licensed Work(s) are provided “as-is” without warranties. The Licensor is not liable for any damages, losses, or legal issues arising from the use or misuse of the music.

10. Governing Law

This agreement is governed by the laws of the Licensor’s primary business location unless otherwise stated in writing.

11. Contact

For licensing questions, upgrades, custom terms, or special permissions, please contact the Licensor directly.