Do I Need A BMI, ASCAP License To Play Hold Music In My Business?
In this post we explore whether you need to purchase a BMI or ACSAP license to play music on hold and discuss alternative solutions to help you save on the licensing fees.
Read MoreIn this post we explore whether you need to purchase a BMI or ACSAP license to play music on hold and discuss alternative solutions to help you save on the licensing fees.
Read MorePublic domain music is free from copyright restrictions, allowing for unrestricted use, distribution, and modifications. However, you need to proceed with caution and always make effort to verify the public domain status of both the composition and specific recordings. Be extra careful when using public domain in commercial or business projects, as it comes with no formal license or guarantees. Learn more about how you can safely use public domain music in your videos, podcasts, and other projects.
Read MoreEver got a YouTube copyright claim on YouTube for using public domain music? In this post we walk you through how we successfully resolved a resent copyright claim on one of our YouTube videos that was using a melody of a popular public domain song.
Read MoreGet a copyright claim on YouTube and think it’s false? See how to spot false claims (as opposed to the legit claims) and learn how you can dispute it.
Read MoreEver got a YouTube copyright claim from Orchard Music? In this post we walk you through how we successfully resolved a resent copyright claim made by Orchard Music on one of our YouTube videos.
Read MoreFreelancer video and audio editors often need to license music for their clients’ projects. However, it’s important to understand the rules of music licensing to ensure that you comply with copyright laws and protect your clients’ from any legal troubles. In this blog post, we’ll discuss five things you need to check when licensing music for your clients’ videos.
Read MoreLearn about key considerations and essential checks before buying royalty-free music for your business or corporate projects. Stay informed and avoid potential legal issues.
Read MoreIn order to avoid interruptions to your YouTube live streams due to copyright infringement, it’s important to be aware of the content that you’re using. Learn how to avoid copyright issues with YouTube live streams.
Read MoreThis post will give you a better understanding of the uses and benefits of waiting music. From increasing customer satisfaction to creating an enjoyable atmosphere, waiting music can be a valuable tool for any business.
Read MoreDid your video get partially muted on Facebook? Find out why Facebook mutes videos and how can you fix “Your Video Is Partially Muted” issue.
Read MoreIn this post we explain what is a sync (synchronization) license, how much it costs, and where creators can look for affordable alternatives.
Read MoreMusic plays an important role in radio advertising. It helps people remember your brand and product. But what kind of music should you play on your radio ad and how to legally license it for commercial use?
Read MoreIn this post we explore how you license and legally use music in podcasts and discuss a number of options, both free and paid (yet affordable).
Read MoreLooking to download on hold music for your company’s business phone line? In this post we review 5 places to download royalty free on hold music, including free, affordable, and premium places. Find out which site offers the best value.
Read MoreIn this post we share 3 important things you need to know before you buy music on hold to make sure the music will work in your phone system and won’t violate copyright laws.
Read MorePlaying music in wellness centers and spas gives business owners an excellent opportunity to create inviting and cozy atmosphere for their clients. If you want to legally play music in your place of business, you may need a special public performance license from the performance right organization (PRO) in your country. Learn about alternative ways to source music for your spa center.
Read MoreYou can easily check if a song of piece of music is copyrighted by using YouTube’s own creative studio. Read our step by step tutorial and learn how you can check any music for copyright and how to legally use copyrighted music on YouTube.
Read MoreWhen using copyrighted music, “fair use” may apply under certain circumstances but there is no universal rule that would give you immunity from copyright law. Learn about some of the typical cases where “fair use” may apply with real life examples and see common myths that can land you in hot legal water for using copyrighted music without permission.
Read MoreAfter the recent Twitch music policy update, you can’t play copyrighted music on Twitch unless you have permission or license to use it. If you play music without a license, your VOD will get muted or you risk getting DMCA takedowns and losing your channel. Learn how Twitch music policy works, what music you can play on Twitch, and how to license music for Twitch streams and VOD.
Read MoreAccording to the copyright law, the right to perform musical recordings belongs exclusively to the copyright holders. In order to legally play music in your business, you need a special public performance license from the performance right organization (PRO) in your country or you can use royalty free music created by composers not affiliated with any PRO.
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