Overview
Purchasing an exclusive license is a one-time transaction that gives you full ownership rights to a beat. Payment is processed securely via Stripe.Exclusive purchases are separate from subscription plans and available to all users.
Requirements
Before purchasing exclusive:| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| BeatPass account | Must be signed in |
| Track availability | Track must not already be sold exclusively |
| Exclusive pricing | Producer must have set an exclusive price |
| Payment method | Credit or debit card |
Step-by-Step Purchase
Find the Beat
Browse or search for a beat you want to purchase exclusively. Beats with exclusive pricing show the price on their track page.
Check Status
Ensure the track shows “Available” for exclusive purchase.If it shows “SOLD”, someone else already purchased exclusive rights.
Preview License Terms
Click “Preview License” to review:
- Publishing split (default: 20% producer / 80% you)
- Territory and jurisdiction
- Files included
- Rights granted
Complete Payment
Enter your payment details in the Stripe checkout:
- Credit or debit card
- Billing information
- Confirm payment
Payment Processing
Stripe processes the payment. Upon success:
- Payment status updates to “succeeded”
- Exclusive license certificate is generated
- Track is marked as “SOLD”
- Producer is notified of sale
Payment Details
Payment Processing
| Provider | Stripe |
|---|---|
| Methods | Credit card, Debit card |
| Currency | Set by producer (USD default) |
| Security | PCI-compliant, encrypted |
What Happens on Success
- Payment is confirmed by Stripe
- Purchase is marked as completed
- Exclusive license certificate is generated
- Track is marked as SOLD
- Confirmation emails sent to you and the producer
What Happens on Failure
If payment fails:- You see an error message explaining the issue
- No license is generated
- Track remains available for purchase
- You can retry with the same or different payment method
After Purchase
Immediate Access
| Item | Access |
|---|---|
| License Certificate | Viewable immediately |
| WAV file | Download ready |
| MP3 file | Download ready |
| Stems | Download ready (if provided) |
| Certificate PDF | Download ready |
Track Status
The track now shows:- Status: SOLD
- Exclusive Owner: Your name (masked to others)
- Non-exclusive: No longer available
Producer Payout
- Producer receives sale notification
- Their share is processed through BeatPass payouts
- Timing depends on payout schedule
Pricing
Exclusive pricing is set by the producer:| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum | No platform minimum |
| Maximum | No platform maximum |
| Currency | Producer-selected |
| Platform fee | BeatPass takes commission |
Exclusive prices vary widely based on producer reputation, beat quality, and market demand. Prices typically range from 5,000+.
Cancellations & Refunds
Before Payment Completes
- You can close the checkout at any time
- No charge occurs
- Track remains available
After Payment Completes
- Sales are generally final
- Refunds handled on case-by-case basis
- Contact support with issues
- If refunded, license is revoked
Troubleshooting
Payment was declined
Payment was declined
- Check card details are correct
- Ensure sufficient funds
- Contact your bank if issues persist
- Try a different payment method
Track shows SOLD but I didn't buy it
Track shows SOLD but I didn't buy it
Someone else purchased exclusive rights before you completed checkout. Exclusive availability is first-come, first-served.
Didn't receive license email
Didn't receive license email
- Check spam/junk folder
- Verify email address in account settings
- Access license from Library → Licenses
- Contact support if still missing
Payment succeeded but no license
Payment succeeded but no license
- Wait 5 minutes for processing
- Check Library → Licenses
- Contact support with payment receipt