Terms of Service

Effective Date: 30 September 2024

Introduction

Welcome to Soundmera, a music distribution platform designed to help independent artists release and promote their music across digital streaming platforms (DSPs). By using Soundmera’s services, you agree to be bound by the following Terms of Service (TOS). Please read these terms carefully before accessing or using the service.

Eligibility

By using Soundmera, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are at least 18 years old or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction.

  • You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

  • If acting on behalf of a band or group, you have authorization from all group members to represent and distribute content through Soundmera.

Rights and Ownership

You must own or control all rights to the content you submit for distribution via Soundmera, including, but not limited to:

  • Master recordings, compositions, and any artwork.

  • Licenses for any third-party materials used, including samples or beats. Read detailed on Using Samples/Free Royalty Beats

  • Necessary publishing and performance rights.

By submitting your music, you grant Soundmera and its DSP partners a non-exclusive, worldwide license to distribute, reproduce, and promote your content on digital platforms.

Content Restrictions

You are prohibited from submitting content that:

  • Violates any intellectual property rights.

  • Contains fake streams, fraudulent activity, or otherwise violates the terms of DSP platforms.

Soundmera reserves the right to remove any content at its sole discretion if there are any quality concerns or legal issues, including infringement of third-party rights.

Distribution and Territories

Soundmera distributes music to the following DSPs, including but not limited to:

Music distributed through Soundmera will be available worldwide unless restricted by licensing agreements or local laws.

Royalties and Payments

There are no upfront fees for using Soundmera’s standard distribution services. Additional fees may apply for optional promotional services, marketing support, or other added-value features. These fees will be disclosed at the time of service selection. Soundmera retains 15% of the royalties from all DSP earnings. The remaining 85% will be paid to the artist. You can see detailed features & fees on this page.

  • Royalties will be paid on a quarterly basis:

    • Q1: May 1

    • Q2: August 1

    • Q3: November 1

    • Q4: February 1

  • There is no minimum threshold for royalty payouts.

  • If content is removed due to rights violations or policy breaches, Soundmera reserves the right to withhold royalties.

Marketing and Promotion

While Soundmera may assist with pitching your content to DSP playlists and media outlets, there is no guarantee of placement or promotion. Marketing materials (artwork, photos, etc.) provided by the artist may be used for promotional purposes but remain under the artist's ownership.

Liability

Soundmera is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of the use of our services, including but not limited to, loss of profits, revenue, or data. Soundmera does not guarantee that your music will be accepted by all DSPs or that it will remain available indefinitely.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Soundmera, its affiliates, and partners from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of:

  • Your breach of this agreement.

  • Your content violating the rights of any third party, including intellectual property rights.

Termination

Soundmera reserves the right to terminate your access to the platform or remove your content if:

  • You breach any terms of this agreement.

  • Your content is found to violate the rights of others or the DSP policies. Termination does not relieve you of any outstanding payment obligations.

Amendments

Soundmera reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and your continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. These Terms of Service will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Indonesia. Any disputes arising from this agreement will be resolved in the courts of Indonesia.

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