What is a License Certificate?
A license certificate is a legal document that proves your right to use a beat from BeatPass. It contains a permanent snapshot of the track details, your user information, and the specific terms under which you can use the beat.
Your license certificate is generated automatically when you download a beat and is stored permanently in the BeatPass database.
Certificate Contents
| Field | Description |
|---|
| Track Name | The beat’s title at time of licensing |
| Artists | Producer(s) credited on the track |
| Track ID | Unique identifier in BeatPass system |
| Duration | Track length |
| Genre | Primary genre classification |
| Release Date | When the track was published |
Audio Fingerprint
| Field | Description |
|---|
| Fingerprint Status | Should show “COMPLETED & VERIFIED” |
| Fingerprinted On | Date the audio was fingerprinted |
| Analyzed Duration | Seconds of audio analyzed |
| Fingerprint Hash | 64-character SHA-256 hash |
License Holder
| Field | Description |
|---|
| Licensed To | Your display name |
| Account Email | Masked email (e.g., j****[email protected]) |
| User ID | Your account ID |
| License Date | When the license was issued |
Certificate Security
| Field | Description |
|---|
| Certificate ID | Unique UUID for this license |
| Cryptographic Signature | HMAC-SHA256 signature |
| Certificate Hash | SHA-256 integrity hash |
| Verification Count | Times this license has been verified |
Non-Exclusive License Terms
When you download with a BeatPass subscription, you receive a non-exclusive, worldwide, perpetual license.
What You CAN Do
| Permission | Details |
|---|
| Create original songs | Add vocals/instruments to make new music |
| Distribute on platforms | Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Bandcamp, etc. |
| Monetize your music | Ads, digital sales, streaming revenue |
| Live performances | Up to 50 attendees per event |
| Promotional use | Social media, fan engagement, promotion |
What You CANNOT Do
| Restriction | Details |
|---|
| Release beat by itself | Cannot upload instrumental alone |
| Film/TV/commercials | Requires license upgrade |
| Large performances | Over 50 attendees requires upgrade |
| Share or resell | Cannot transfer license to others |
| Claim ownership | Cannot register beat with PRO or copyright |
| Content ID | Cannot register for Content ID |
Attribution Requirement
You must credit the producer wherever your song is shared:
Produced by [Producer Name]
(via BeatPass)
Exclusive License Terms
When you purchase a beat exclusively, you receive full ownership rights.
What You CAN Do
| Permission | Details |
|---|
| All non-exclusive rights | Everything above, plus: |
| Unlimited distribution | No copy limits |
| Unlimited streaming | No stream limits |
| Broadcasting rights | Radio, TV, unlimited stations |
| Film/TV/commercials | Full sync licensing rights |
| Unlimited performances | Any venue size |
| Content ID registration | Register for YouTube Content ID |
| Receive stems | Full project files |
Publishing Rights
Default exclusive license splits:
| Party | Share |
|---|
| Producer | 20% |
| Licensee (You) | 80% |
Accessing Your Certificates
From Track Page
- Navigate to a track you’ve licensed
- Click Get License or View License
- View the full certificate modal
- Click Download PDF for printable version
From Library
- Go to your Library
- Select the Licenses tab
- View all your licensed tracks
- Click any license to view/download
Direct URL
Each license has a printable certificate page:
/track/{track-id}/license-certificate
/track/{track-id}/license-certificate?license={uuid}
Downloading PDF
To download your license as a PDF:
- Open the license certificate
- Click Download PDF
- A new tab opens with the certificate
- Use your browser’s print function to save as PDF
The PDF includes:
- Full legal terms
- Track and fingerprint details
- Your user information
- Verification URL
- BeatPass branding
Certificate Validity
Active Status
Your license is active when:
- Status shows “active”
- Not revoked by admin
- Not past expiration (if applicable)
Revoked Status
A license may be revoked for:
- Terms violation
- Fraudulent activity
- Refund request
- Admin action
If your license is revoked, you must immediately cease using the beat in any new releases. Existing releases may require takedown.
Expired Status
Non-exclusive licenses from BeatPass subscriptions are perpetual (never expire). However, some legacy licenses may have expiration dates.
License Permanence
Your license certificate contains permanent snapshots of:
- Track name and artists (at licensing time)
- Your user details (at licensing time)
- Complete license terms
Even if:
- The track is later removed from BeatPass
- The producer changes the track name
- Your account email changes
Your license remains valid with the original information.
Multiple Licenses
You may have multiple licenses for the same track if:
- You previously had non-exclusive, then purchased exclusive
- License was reissued after an admin action
- You downloaded under different account tiers
When viewing, exclusive licenses take priority in display.
