Importance of Licenses of Copyrighted Material for Music Distribution

Below, we explain how to ensure your music meets the necessary requirements for publication and monetization on digital platforms.

Why Do You Need a Usage License?

When publishing music on digital platforms through Indiefy with the intention of monetizing, it is crucial that everything related to intellectual property is in order. All the material you upload must be your property, or you must have the necessary permits to distribute your content and receive the corresponding royalties. Otherwise, any generated income might be lost.

How to Provide Your Usage License

You must provide the corresponding license when you submit your release for review. You can do this by completing the following form: https://forms.gle/pMixbssk6ArHRw8AA or by contacting our support team to request the form.

Verifying the Validity of Your License

To ensure the publication of your release, it is important to verify that your license is a valid document. Make sure the document includes the following details, as any document that does not explicitly display this information will be rejected:

1. Identification of the Parties Involved: It must include clear identification of the licensor and the licensee.
2. Description of the Music: Provide a detailed description of the music being licensed, including the title and composers.
3. Scope of the License: Specify the rights granted (such as use, territory, and duration of the license).
4. Payment Terms: Detail fees, royalties, and other types of compensation, as well as the method of payment.
5. Restrictions: Include restrictions on the use of the music.

Consequences of Not Providing an Adequate License

Any content that infringes copyright may be reopened, rejected, or removed. If your release has been reopened for this reason, it is likely that you will need to provide licenses, particularly in cases where you make covers, use third-party tracks (free beats or purchased beats), or samples.

Steps to Follow if You Need to Provide a License

1. If you bought a license, you must attach the corresponding document in the form provided above when sending your release to review.
2. If the music is free for commercial use, specify the source in detail to verify that it is so and to monetize your digital music distribution.

If you have any further questions or need more assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you.

We hope this information is useful and helps you understand the importance of usage licenses in music distribution.