What is a Non-Exclusive License?
A non-exclusive license gives you permission to use a beat, but the producer can also license that same beat to other artists. This is the standard license type for subscription-based beat platforms.“Non-exclusive” means multiple artists can use the same beat. Each artist has their own valid license.
Your Rights
What You Can Do
With a non-exclusive license, you can:- Create original songs — Write and record your own music over the beat
- Release commercially — Distribute your song on streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc.)
- Monetize your release — Earn money from streams and sales
- Perform live — Perform your song at events with up to 50 attendees
- Use in promotional content — Share on social media and in marketing
- Make modifications — Adjust tempo, key, or arrangement to fit your project
- Keep your license forever — Your rights don’t expire, even if you cancel your subscription
License Limits
Each download grants you the right to use the beat in one project (one song). To use the same beat in multiple songs, download it separately for each project.What You Must Do
Credit the Producer
You are required to credit the producer in your release:“Produced by [Producer Name]”Include this credit:
- In your song’s metadata
- On streaming platform credits
- In video descriptions when applicable
What You Cannot Do
With a non-exclusive license, you cannot:| Restriction | Reason |
|---|---|
| Register for Content ID | Prevents blocking other licensees who use the same beat |
| Use in TV, film, or commercials | Requires exclusive license or separate agreement |
| Perform at events over 50 people | Larger venues require upgraded license |
| Resell or redistribute the beat | The beat file cannot be shared or sold |
| Claim ownership of the beat | The producer remains the owner |
| Transfer your license | Licenses are non-transferable |
Files You Receive
When you download with a non-exclusive license:| File Type | Description |
|---|---|
| WAV | High-quality uncompressed audio |
| MP3 320kbps | Compressed format for general use |
Stem files (individual track layers) are only included with exclusive licenses.
What Happens If Someone Buys the Beat Exclusively?
If another artist purchases exclusive rights to a beat you’ve already downloaded:- Your license remains valid — You can continue using the beat
- Your rights are not revoked — Non-exclusive licenses granted before an exclusive sale remain in effect
- No action required — You don’t need to do anything differently
License Duration
Your non-exclusive license is perpetual, meaning:- It never expires
- It remains valid even after you cancel your subscription
- It covers any beat you downloaded while your subscription was active
Common Questions
Can multiple people release songs with the same beat?
Can multiple people release songs with the same beat?
Yes. Non-exclusive licenses allow multiple artists to use the same beat. Each artist has their own valid license.
What if I want exclusive rights?
What if I want exclusive rights?
Some producers offer exclusive purchases. If available, you’ll see an exclusive option on the beat page. Exclusive licenses give you sole commercial rights to the beat.
Can I use the beat on YouTube?
Can I use the beat on YouTube?
Yes. You can release your song on YouTube and monetize it. However, you cannot register the beat with Content ID services.
What counts as 'one project'?
What counts as 'one project'?
One project means one finished song. If you want to use the same beat for a different song, you need a separate download/license for that project.
Full License Agreement
Complete Non-Exclusive License Agreement
Read the full legal terms of the non-exclusive license.