1. Introduction

When you purchase Extra Content (samples, loops, stems, sound packs) on Soundyard, you receive a license to use that content according to the terms below. The specific license type (Basic, Premium, or Exclusive) is indicated on the product page at time of purchase.

Important: You are purchasing a LICENSE to use the content, not the copyright itself. The original creator retains copyright ownership.

2. License Types

2.1 Basic License

What you CAN do:

✓ Use in unlimited musical productions
✓ Release on streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, etc.)
✓ Use in videos (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, etc.)
✓ Perform publicly (live shows, DJ sets, clubs, festivals)
✓ Use in commercial projects (ads, films, games) - unlimited revenue
✓ Modify, chop, manipulate, and process the content

What you CANNOT do:

✗ Resell, redistribute, or share the original files
✗ Include in sample packs or sound libraries for sale or free download
✗ Claim copyright ownership of the original content
✗ Register the unmodified content with Content ID, YouTube, or similar systems

License scope: Non-exclusive, Worldwide, Perpetual (no expiration), Royalty-free (no additional payments required)

2.2 Premium License

Includes everything from Basic License, plus: Stems and trackouts (individual instrument/vocal tracks) if included, higher quality files (WAV, AIFF) if available, project files if provided by seller.

2.3 Exclusive License

The most complete license. You are the only buyer and the content is removed from sale after your purchase.

✓ Exclusive usage rights - you are the only buyer
✓ Content is removed from sale after your purchase
✓ May register with Content ID (you become the controller)

3. Specific Use Cases

Streaming & Downloads: Yes, you can release music containing licensed samples on all platforms.

YouTube & Video Platforms: Yes, you can use in YouTube videos, monetized or not.

Sync & Licensing: Yes, you can use in TV, film, advertisements, video games without additional fees.

Live Performance: Yes, you can use in DJ sets, live shows and performances without restrictions.

Collaborations: Yes, you can use samples in collaborative works with other artists.

4. Credit & Attribution

Basic & Premium License: Credit to the original creator is appreciated but NOT required. Exclusive License: Credit is not required.

5. Content ID & Copyright Registration

Basic & Premium License: Do NOT register the unmodified sample/loop with Content ID. Exclusive License: You MAY register with Content ID as the controller.

6. Refunds & Disputes

6.1 No Refunds After Download

Due to the digital nature of samples and loops, all sales are final once downloaded. This is in accordance with EU consumer law regarding digital content.

6.2 Exceptions

You may request a refund if: the file is corrupted and cannot be replaced, the content differs significantly from the description, or the content contains unlicensed third-party material.

7. Warranty & Liability

Sellers warrant that they have the right to sell the content and that it does not infringe third-party rights. Soundyard is a marketplace platform and is not liable for seller content.

8. License Termination

Your license may be terminated if: you violate these terms, you obtained the content through fraud, or the original sale is reversed (chargeback).

9. Questions

For questions about licensing: contact the seller for content-specific questions, or info@soundyard.eu for platform/policy questions.

Summary Table

Right	Basic	Premium	Exclusive
Use in songs	✓	✓	✓
Commercial use	✓	✓	✓
Streaming platforms	✓	✓	✓
Stems included	✗	✓	✓
Exclusive (only you)	✗	✗	✓
Content ID registration	✗	✗	✓
Resell/redistribute	✗	✗	✗
Credit required	✗	✗	✗

Last update: May 2026 | Version 1.0

Related documents: Terms of Service, Creator Agreement

Sample License Terms