Beat Licensing
Understand what you can do with beats purchased on Bopkit.
When you purchase a beat on Bopkit, you receive a non-exclusive license to use that beat in your music. This means:
- The producer keeps ownership of the beat and can license it to other artists
- Your license is perpetual — it never expires as long as you follow the terms
- Worldwide distribution — release on any major platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, TikTok, etc.)
- You must credit the producer on all releases using the format specified in your license
- You receive a PDF license agreement with every purchase documenting your rights
Standard quality for demos and releases. Perfect for artists getting started or testing songs.
- Distribute on streaming platformsUp to 100,000 streams
- Upload to video platformsYouTube, TikTok, etc.
- Sell copies of finished songUp to 2,000 sales
- Music videos1 non-monetized video
- Radio broadcasting
- Commercial live performances
- Sync licensing (TV/Film/Ads)Reserved for exclusive licenses
Professional uncompressed quality with unlimited usage. Best for serious releases and commercial projects.
- Distribute on streaming platformsUnlimited streams
- Upload to video platformsYouTube, TikTok, etc.
- Sell copies of finished songUnlimited sales
- Music videosUnlimited, monetized allowed
- Radio broadcastingUnlimited
- Commercial live performancesUnlimited
- Sync licensing (TV/Film/Ads)Reserved for exclusive licenses
All licenses require you to credit the producer in your release credits, description, or liner notes.
All licenses include the following restrictions. Violating these terms may result in license termination:
- Reselling, sublicensing, or transferring this license to another party
- Claiming ownership or copyright of the beat/instrumental itself
- Registering the beat (not the finished song) with any performing rights organization (PRO)
- Using in content that promotes hate, violence, discrimination, or illegal activity
- Creating NFTs, blockchain tokens, or AI-generated derivatives from this beat
- Using the beat in isolation without original vocals or significant creative additions
Every beat purchase includes a personalized PDF license agreement. This document:
- Identifies you as the licensee with your order details
- Specifies the exact beat and license type you purchased
- Lists all your rights and restrictions in detail
- Serves as proof of your license if disputes arise
You can download your license PDF from your order page at any time.
What happens if I exceed my MP3 lease limits?
If your song exceeds the limits (e.g., 100,000 streams or 2,000 sales), you need to purchase a WAV lease for that beat to continue using it legally. Your MP3 license terminates once limits are exceeded.
Can multiple people use the same beat?
Yes, because these are non-exclusive licenses. The producer can sell the same beat to multiple artists. If you want exclusive rights, contact the producer directly to negotiate an exclusive license.
Can I use the beat for commercial purposes?
Yes! Both MP3 and WAV leases allow commercial use — you can sell your finished song and earn money from streams. The difference is in the limits: MP3 has caps while WAV is unlimited.
Do I own the beat after purchasing?
No. You own a license to use the beat, not the beat itself. The producer retains copyright ownership. You own your finished song (with your vocals/additions), but not the underlying instrumental.
What if the producer deletes the beat?
Your license remains valid even if the producer removes the beat from sale. Your rights are tied to your purchase, not the beat's availability.
Can I collaborate with other artists on a song?
Yes! Your license covers songs released under your name or artist project, including collaborations. However, your collaborators cannot use the beat independently for their own separate releases — they would need their own license.
Can I register my song with ASCAP, BMI, or other PROs?
Yes, you can register your finished song (with your vocals/additions) with a performing rights organization. You cannot register the beat/instrumental itself. The producer may have their own publishing registered for the beat.
What if I get a Content ID claim on YouTube?
Some producers may have Content ID active on their beats. If you receive a claim, you can dispute it using your PDF license agreement as proof of purchase. Keep your license document accessible for this reason.
What happens if my license is terminated?
If you exceed your usage limits (MP3), you must upgrade to a WAV lease to continue distribution. If you violate any restriction, your license terminates immediately and you must remove all distributed content as soon as reasonably possible. Physical copies already sold may remain in circulation.
What if the beat contains samples?
Producers represent they have the right to license beats they sell. If copyright claims arise from uncleared samples, the producer is solely responsible. Bopkit is not liable for such claims.
This page provides a general overview of licensing on Bopkit. The specific terms of your license are defined in the PDF license agreement you receive with each purchase. For complete platform terms, see our Terms of Service. If you have questions about licensing, contact support@bopkit.com.