Non-exclusive means multiple artists can legally use the same beat. Each eligible download has its own certificate tied to the downloader’s BeatPass account.
What This License Covers Today
- Create one original musical work with the downloaded beat.
- Release and monetize that finished song on streaming and digital platforms.
- Use the finished work in music videos, lyric videos, social posts, and similar promotion.
- Perform the finished work live at events with up to 50 attendees.
- Keep the license permanently after the download is issued, even if you cancel later.
Project Limit
Each standard download covers one project. If you want to use the same beat in a different finished song, download it again while you are eligible to do so.What You Must Do
- Credit the producer on releases and public descriptions.
- Keep the use tied to the finished song you created with that download.
- Keep your certificate in Library -> Licenses in case you need proof later.
Producer Credit
The current standard license requires producer credit:“Produced by [Producer Name]”Use that credit in places such as metadata, streaming credits, and video descriptions when those fields are available.
What This License Does Not Allow
| Restriction | What it means in practice |
|---|---|
| Content ID registration | You cannot register the beat in Content ID or similar systems |
| Film, TV, broadcast, commercials, or games | These uses are outside the current standard terms |
| Large live events | Non-exclusive live use is capped at 50 attendees per event |
| Beat-only releases | You cannot upload, sell, or redistribute the beat by itself |
| Transfer or resale | You cannot sell the beat, the license, or stems to someone else |
| Claiming authorship of the beat | The producer remains the creator of the beat |
Files And Proof
BeatPass gives you:- The beat’s downloadable audio file.
- A non-exclusive license certificate tied to your account.
BeatPass does not guarantee a bundled WAV plus MP3 pair on every standard download. The file you receive depends on the actual downloadable source attached to that beat. Stems are not part of the standard non-exclusive terms.
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.
- Your rights are not revoked.
- Future non-exclusive downloads stop once the beat is sold exclusively.
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 certificate.
Can I use the beat on YouTube and streaming platforms?
Can I use the beat on YouTube and streaming platforms?
Yes. The current standard license lets you release and monetize your finished song on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music. What you cannot do is register the beat in Content ID.
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 and certificate for that project.
Where can I find proof of my license later?
Where can I find proof of my license later?
Open Library -> Licenses. BeatPass stores your standard certificate there so you can verify what was issued for that download.
Need Help?
If you have questions or need assistance, contact the support team at contact@beatpass.ca or visit the Contact Support page.Related Guides
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