Exclusive is broader than the standard non-exclusive license, but it is still defined by the certificate generated for that purchase.
What exclusive means here
What you gain
Sole access going forward, broader usage rights, and the ability to rely on exclusive certificate terms for that track.
What it does not mean
It does not erase older licenses that were issued before your purchase, and it does not replace the need to read the generated certificate.
Standard non-exclusive vs exclusive
| Topic | Non-exclusive | Exclusive |
|---|---|---|
| Number of future licensees | Many | Only you going forward |
| Content ID registration | Not allowed | Allowed under current default terms |
| Film/TV/commercial/broadcast/video game use | Not allowed | Allowed under current default terms |
| Live performance limit | Up to 50 attendees | No standard cap in current default terms |
| Transfer to someone else | No | Not by default |
Current default exclusive model
The current default exclusive terms can include:- Worldwide territory
- Perpetual duration
- Producer publishing share
20% - Licensee publishing share
80% - Producer revenue royalty
3% - Content ID allowed
- Transfer not allowed by default
What happens to older non-exclusive licenses
If someone downloaded the beat before you bought it exclusively:- Their earlier license remains valid
- BeatPass stops issuing new standard licenses after your purchase
- You become the only new exclusive holder going forward
When exclusive makes sense
Consider exclusive when:- You want the beat locked to your release going forward
- You need the broader rights that the exclusive terms provide
- You plan a more serious commercial rollout
- You want the protection of a dedicated purchase certificate instead of a standard shared-use license
Related
Purchasing Exclusive
Step through the current checkout flow.
License Certificates
Learn how exclusive terms appear in the generated certificate.
Downloads & Licensing Overview
Compare standard and exclusive use at a higher level.
FAQ
See common edge-case questions.