Understand what you can do with your Songfinch song, how to expand usage rights, and who retains ownership:
1. Standard Usage Rights
What’s Included:
- Share your song privately (e.g., email, personal social media).
- Stream/download indefinitely via your Song Dashboard.
Limitations:
- Cannot monetize, publicly broadcast, or use in commercial projects (e.g., ads, podcasts).
- Artists retain full ownership and copyright.
2. Upgrading Your License
Why Upgrade?
Use your song in public/commercial projects:
- YouTube/Podcast background music.
Business presentations or promotional videos.
- Public events (e.g., weddings, parties).
What’s Allowed:
- Avoid copyright strikes on platforms like YouTube.
Not Allowed:
- Upload to streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music).
- Sell or monetize the song itself (e.g., as a single).
How to Upgrade:
- Email support@songfinch.com with your order number and intended use.
- We’ll connect you with the artist to negotiate terms/fees.
- Sign a licensing agreement to formalize rights.
3. Ownership Rights
Artists Keep Ownership: They control copyrights, royalties, and distribution rights.
Your Rights:
- Personal enjoyment and limited sharing (standard license).
- Expanded usage via upgrades (commercial licenses).
Can I Buy Full Rights?
You can purchase the full rights to your song here for $1300 USD + tax. Just click "full rights buyout":
https://www.songfinch.com/products/small-business-rights-upgrade
From there, it would be yours to do with what you wish as long as credit to the original artist remains.
4. Future Flexibility (Open Marketplace)
- Coming Soon: Artists may offer pre-negotiated licenses for business/commercial use.
- Stay tuned for updates!
Need Help?
Email support@songfinch.com to discuss licensing options or upgrades.