I went with Artlist because of your previous review. In your review, you mentioned that Artlist has the most generous licensing agreement because downloaded music can be used even after you're not subscribed. Phenomenal! I do like that Epidemic Sound offers stems for all their songs, allowing more creative flexibility. That said, I'm sticking with Artlist because of their outstanding licensing. I appreciate your reviews.
Hey crowe! Thanks for the comment! I just want to let you know that unfortunately artlist has changed their terms of use and now their licensing agreement does not allow creators to use downloaded music after their subscription has lapsed. Im not sure if this applies to music downloaded under the old terms or not, but I’m going to email my contact at the company for clarification. All the best!
I still prefer artlist after all. I have yet to buy in to any of these services but the artlist agreement is much more powerful. thanks for the update :)
Hi, thanks for your great video! I currently have a subscription to Epidemic sound, but I’m having problems with my playlist ever since the update. I’m no longer able to place my tracks in a particular order for a playlist. I have a fitness channel and have to play the songs while I’m filming in order. There used to be a 3 line horizontal bar where I could move the tracks, but now it’s gone. Any thoughts?
I am using free trial of Epidemic Sound. I used music there for my 2 videos. First I get none in restrictions sections. But later when I checked I get copyright claim. Then I did some research and add my channel link to my Epidemic Sound account with going to "account -> Safelist". But still that copyright claim is not modified. How can I solve this problem? I am worried.
Hi Ahmad! I made a video tutorial on how to dispute a false copyright claim from epidemic. Skip to 1:23 for the method that will work for you. Link: ua-cam.com/video/EQl45yvL40o/v-deo.html
So they also have instrumentals or beats on Epidemic sound i have been trying to reach out to them and see if im allowed to actually release the songs weve made with these instrumentals. I didnt even see licensing options
In their terms of use Epidemic states that their music is only allowed to be used as a part of visual media like youtube videos or films. It says remixes or using the music as a beat for original songs is not covered by the license.
If I download a few songs within my subscription, and then my subscription ends, will be able to use the downloaded music even after subscription end without any copyright claim?
@@JosephMartin wow I knocked out 3 videos in the last few days using epidemic and it’s so awesome! Love it. So Worth the $9 a month. Thanks for the great video. 🙏🏼
Thanks for your excellent videos. I read that Personal accounts are limited to platforms listed with Epidemic like UA-cam, Facebook, etc. With other less famous websites and platforms you have to upgrade. Is this true? And what is the protocol if any for posting a credit to the composer/musician at the end of a film. Even if it's not required, is it recommended or a personal choice. Thank you again.
Thanks Kate! I can’t imagine you’d have an issue using epidemic tracks on non-mainstream websites, though I suppose it’s possible that their copyright detection might pick it up, I doubt it would. However, if you’re going to use the music for a film and plan to show it at festivals or distribute it etc., I would reach out to Epidemic directly as you would probably need to get an “enterprise” license for that. They’ll be able to answer your question about film credits as well.
I actually reached out to them but they haven't answered up to now... I'm new to it, so I don't even now, if I will have to clear itif I want to sell footage on a stock market for example (using the commercial subscription) and so on. Could you make a video for beginners? 🙏😊
Does anyone know how to import the sounds into your Tiktok? I have been looking for the steps and can’t find them anywhere. I have the Epidemic subscription by the way.
Ok so i creat video for a client! after they post video in UA-cam there was copyright clime from epidemic sound, then I clear this video and still one of the back ground songs didn't get clear by Epidemic Sound! what should i do could you help me with that if you know? thanks Joseph!
@@JosephMartin That is because it is a different channel from your licensed channel ( you have to put your personal channel link in your epidemic account) or in this case, you have to put the video link of your client's channel to your epidemic account. am I right?
How do I use Epidemic Sound with my Facebook Reels that have Ads on Reels? I don’t want to get copyrighted because my page is doing really good right now but I wanna start using music in my reels.
Here’s a support page from epidemic that shows you how to link your facebook! support.epidemicsound.com/s/article/how-do-i-add-social-platforms-to-my-current-subscription?language=en_US
Hey if at all possible, could you make a video on the actual process of downloading a part of a soundtrack to use for an imovie for UA-cam videos/shorts? Thank you.
So if I use epidemic sound I have a personal page and a page linked to it I put all my media and photos on will the licensing work from personal to media page ?????
You mean you have a social media page and a website that has your social media embedded in it? You shouldn’t have any issues there. I’m not 100% clear on what you mean so please follow up if this didn’t answer your question!
Hey! I’ve just started epidemic sounds to post shorts and reels. I’m new to all of this. Just to clarify it’s safe for both Instagram and UA-cam? I won’t get sent a copy write claim? I get so paranoid 🙃
Yep! It’s safe for both. There’s a place under your account details on epidemic sound where you post a link to your instagram account and your youtube account so they know not to claim any posts on them
@@JosephMartin the confusing part about it is I only have an option to copy & share the link or open it. Where is the option to import found? My editor is "Music Maker"?
Please I need to understand something if I pay the 15 dollars upfront does this mean I will keep paying 15 dollars every month for 12 months or it’s a one time thing for the whole year?… I’m know of the 9 dollars option because I would have to pay amount of money to renew my subscription every month that’s if I go for that option but what I don’t understand is the option for 15 dollars on the personal plan. I would really appreciate if get a response thank you.
Hi cynthia, I’m afraid you’ve got it flipped around a bit. The $9/month price is applied if you pay for a full year up front by making a one time payment of $119.88. If you choose to pay for one month at a time, you pay $17.99 every month. Hope this clarifies things for u!
Hi. Thankx so much for this very informative video. Just to clarify : using your link to get a free trial with epidemic sounds, I can use the music for any uploaded video during that month !? But I can not use any downloaded music after the test phase, in case I unsubscribe?
No problem! Yes, thats exactly right. Any videos posted during the trial will be cleared forever. You simply can’t post videos with epidemic sound’s music after your trial or subscription has expired.
I actually paid for the subscription and thought it was a site for to do whatever you want with the music making. But, I ended up learning about that it's literally for to make and stream. Which I thought the sub fees paid the artists, so it can make personal use songs or just making songs you want to hear? Nope. It's for to stream.
Without watching your videos, only checking this one out out of sheer curiosity and actual interest in the matter, I will say this about Epidemic: I seriously considered purchasing it, because out of the 3 songs I had heard, all of them I liked and loved. Yes, the songs are so good I wanted to try it, however I am using these 3 songs in UA-cam shorts, because they're available in the Audio Library. I will watch this and read the comments.
hi, thanks for this video, I'm still trying to learn what to use. This video is really helpful I just wanna ask if I will get copyrighted for a music that I will use for tech videos with brandings on it using the personal account subscription from epidemic?
I think you can go to the pricing section and sign up that way. But there’s nothing wrong with starting with the trial and just letting it continue onto a subscription… it would give you a full month for free so why not? 🤷♂️
thank god it's not a drop down menu for the genre selection. If a drop down of dance music had 15 items in the drop down... that's amateur. that's somebody just learning how to build a website and is excited to use drop downs.
How it works ? How UA-cam knows that I am using a music from Epidemic ? If someday I unsubscribe that means all the previous videos that I use sounds and music from epidemic is going to get a copyrigh strike ? I know that is probably a dumb question, but i’m just starting and this kind of stuff get me really confused 🫤
Hi! You link your youtube account to your epidemic sound profile under settings, thats how epidemic knows not to copystrike your videos. Any videos you publish while you have an active subscription are cleared forever, even if you unsubscribe someday. Hope this helped!
I went with Artlist because of your previous review. In your review, you mentioned that Artlist has the most generous licensing agreement because downloaded music can be used even after you're not subscribed. Phenomenal! I do like that Epidemic Sound offers stems for all their songs, allowing more creative flexibility. That said, I'm sticking with Artlist because of their outstanding licensing. I appreciate your reviews.
Hey crowe! Thanks for the comment! I just want to let you know that unfortunately artlist has changed their terms of use and now their licensing agreement does not allow creators to use downloaded music after their subscription has lapsed. Im not sure if this applies to music downloaded under the old terms or not, but I’m going to email my contact at the company for clarification. All the best!
@@JosephMartin hello does artlist offer songs that we hear on the radio? Some channels have songs that are way better, I need to know where they are.
and create an update about it please when you have that clarification@@JosephMartin
I've heard that Lickd has popular songs for licensing@@manimfit7799
I still prefer artlist after all. I have yet to buy in to any of these services but the artlist agreement is much more powerful. thanks for the update :)
Hi, thanks for your great video! I currently have a subscription to Epidemic sound, but I’m having problems with my playlist ever since the update. I’m no longer able to place my tracks in a particular order for a playlist. I have a fitness channel and have to play the songs while I’m filming in order. There used to be a 3 line horizontal bar where I could move the tracks, but now it’s gone. Any thoughts?
I am using free trial of Epidemic Sound. I used music there for my 2 videos. First I get none in restrictions sections. But later when I checked I get copyright claim. Then I did some research and add my channel link to my Epidemic Sound account with going to "account -> Safelist". But still that copyright claim is not modified. How can I solve this problem? I am worried.
Hi Ahmad! I made a video tutorial on how to dispute a false copyright claim from epidemic. Skip to 1:23 for the method that will work for you. Link: ua-cam.com/video/EQl45yvL40o/v-deo.html
So they also have instrumentals or beats on Epidemic sound i have been trying to reach out to them and see if im allowed to actually release the songs weve made with these instrumentals. I didnt even see licensing options
In their terms of use Epidemic states that their music is only allowed to be used as a part of visual media like youtube videos or films. It says remixes or using the music as a beat for original songs is not covered by the license.
ok but what about after the month trail? can you still keep there music or do you have to take down your content?
You can keep your content up! You just can’t post any NEW content after the trial is expired
This helped a lot. You answered all the questions l had, thanks 😊
Happy to help!
If I download a few songs within my subscription, and then my subscription ends, will be able to use the downloaded music even after subscription end without any copyright claim?
Unfortunately not, you need an active subscription at the time of video posting to avoid copyright claims.
@@JosephMartin thank you so much for your swift response, I really liked your content. Love from India❤️
So when we use a song do we need to put the link in our video description? Just subscribed
Nope! No need to add a link or credit in the description
@@JosephMartin wow I knocked out 3 videos in the last few days using epidemic and it’s so awesome! Love it. So Worth the $9 a month.
Thanks for the great video. 🙏🏼
Thanks for your excellent videos. I read that Personal accounts are limited to platforms listed with Epidemic like UA-cam, Facebook, etc. With other less famous websites and platforms you have to upgrade. Is this true? And what is the protocol if any for posting a credit to the composer/musician at the end of a film. Even if it's not required, is it recommended or a personal choice. Thank you again.
Thanks Kate! I can’t imagine you’d have an issue using epidemic tracks on non-mainstream websites, though I suppose it’s possible that their copyright detection might pick it up, I doubt it would. However, if you’re going to use the music for a film and plan to show it at festivals or distribute it etc., I would reach out to Epidemic directly as you would probably need to get an “enterprise” license for that. They’ll be able to answer your question about film credits as well.
@@JosephMartin Very helpful!
I actually reached out to them but they haven't answered up to now... I'm new to it, so I don't even now, if I will have to clear itif I want to sell footage on a stock market for example (using the commercial subscription) and so on. Could you make a video for beginners? 🙏😊
Does anyone know how to import the sounds into your Tiktok? I have been looking for the steps and can’t find them anywhere. I have the Epidemic subscription by the way.
So if I am understanding correctly, this music can be used as background music, but you cannot make a song with these beats and post them?
That is correct
Can i use music on my UA-cam channel and monitize if i have the personal subscription?
Absolutely!
When you pay for the subscription, are these all free to use? Even the beats, for your own songs?
Epidemic only allows you to use their music in video productions, you cannot use the beats to create your own music.
Ok so i creat video for a client! after they post video in UA-cam there was copyright clime from epidemic sound, then I clear this video and still one of the back ground songs didn't get clear by Epidemic Sound! what should i do could you help me with that if you know? thanks Joseph!
Hi Maksym, I recommend you reach out to Epidemic customer support. They should be able to take care of this for you.
@@JosephMartin That is because it is a different channel from your licensed channel ( you have to put your personal channel link in your epidemic account) or in this case, you have to put the video link of your client's channel to your epidemic account. am I right?
What about using this music for the Snapchat platform. Can I link the Snapchat channel account to the site ?
How do I use Epidemic Sound with my Facebook Reels that have Ads on Reels? I don’t want to get copyrighted because my page is doing really good right now but I wanna start using music in my reels.
Here’s a support page from epidemic that shows you how to link your facebook! support.epidemicsound.com/s/article/how-do-i-add-social-platforms-to-my-current-subscription?language=en_US
Thank you for the video and the link man!
You bet!
Sold it to me & will use your link Joseph! Thanks and a brilliant video!
Awesome, thank you! Hope you enjoy it!
Thanks for the information.
Hey so,, tiktok and music would not strike copyright if you have it from Epidemic sound?
That’s right! All you have to do is link your account in their safe list page
Hey if at all possible, could you make a video on the actual process of downloading a part of a soundtrack to use for an imovie for UA-cam videos/shorts? Thank you.
Thanks for the idea! I’ll add it to my list of future videos
@@JosephMartin I’d greatly appreciate it!!
So if I use epidemic sound I have a personal page and a page linked to it I put all my media and photos on will the licensing work from personal to media page ?????
You mean you have a social media page and a website that has your social media embedded in it? You shouldn’t have any issues there. I’m not 100% clear on what you mean so please follow up if this didn’t answer your question!
Hey! I’ve just started epidemic sounds to post shorts and reels. I’m new to all of this. Just to clarify it’s safe for both Instagram and UA-cam? I won’t get sent a copy write claim? I get so paranoid 🙃
Yep! It’s safe for both. There’s a place under your account details on epidemic sound where you post a link to your instagram account and your youtube account so they know not to claim any posts on them
@@JosephMartinnot true. I have a paid account and got a claim on a short and they refuted my dispute.
How do u apply the song after u download it?
Import the song file to your editing project and edit like usual
@@JosephMartin the confusing part about it is I only have an option to copy & share the link or open it. Where is the option to import found? My editor is "Music Maker"?
Extremely informative! Thanks a ton!
I'm also happy that the videos I upload while in subscription are cleared forever, That was my main worry.
Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful
I created a short on UA-cam..had the sound already uploaded on my video, and got a strike… and I pay a yearly subscription to use their music!! SMH!!
if i download any music, will i be free to use it for different videos or for any client projects or there r copyrights and i can use only once ?
As long as you have an active subscription you can use any song you download as many times as you want
Please I need to understand something if I pay the 15 dollars upfront does this mean I will keep paying 15 dollars every month for 12 months or it’s a one time thing for the whole year?…
I’m know of the 9 dollars option because I would have to pay amount of money to renew my subscription every month that’s if I go for that option but what I don’t understand is the option for 15 dollars on the personal plan. I would really appreciate if get a response thank you.
Hi cynthia, I’m afraid you’ve got it flipped around a bit. The $9/month price is applied if you pay for a full year up front by making a one time payment of $119.88.
If you choose to pay for one month at a time, you pay $17.99 every month. Hope this clarifies things for u!
Thx! You explained it very clearly
Hi. Thankx so much for this very informative video. Just to clarify : using your link to get a free trial with epidemic sounds, I can use the music for any uploaded video during that month !? But I can not use any downloaded music after the test phase, in case I unsubscribe?
No problem! Yes, thats exactly right. Any videos posted during the trial will be cleared forever. You simply can’t post videos with epidemic sound’s music after your trial or subscription has expired.
@@JosephMartin super thank you so much :)
Well done - thank you
I actually paid for the subscription and thought it was a site for to do whatever you want with the music making. But, I ended up learning about that it's literally for to make and stream. Which I thought the sub fees paid the artists, so it can make personal use songs or just making songs you want to hear? Nope. It's for to stream.
Without watching your videos, only checking this one out out of sheer curiosity and actual interest in the matter, I will say this about Epidemic:
I seriously considered purchasing it, because out of the 3 songs I had heard, all of them I liked and loved.
Yes, the songs are so good I wanted to try it, however I am using these 3 songs in UA-cam shorts, because they're available in the Audio Library.
I will watch this and read the comments.
hi, thanks for this video, I'm still trying to learn what to use. This video is really helpful I just wanna ask if I will get copyrighted for a music that I will use for tech videos with brandings on it using the personal account subscription from epidemic?
you're free to monetize and do ad reads on your videos with the personal subscription. Does this answer your question? 😄
@@JosephMartin Yes. thank you for taking the time to answer. :)
I've been considering this for a bit. Seems totally worth it. Do I have to do the 30 day trial or can I get the subscription without doing the trial?
You can get the subscription without the trial if you want
@@JosephMartin How do I do that?
I think you can go to the pricing section and sign up that way. But there’s nothing wrong with starting with the trial and just letting it continue onto a subscription… it would give you a full month for free so why not? 🤷♂️
@@JosephMartin Yeah, that makes sense. Thanks for the info! I appreciate it!
Thank you so much! You helped me finally understand how it works. So much unnecessary information in most of the videos I've watched.
Glad this was helpful!
Great video! Thank you for your review.
Thank you! Glad you liked it!
Hello sir I'm from India
How cain i get revenge generate as a audio music reel creator on Instagram ??
Epidemic is nothing but a library.. Licensing is way too expensive..I still got a copyright warning even though I linked my account
Great
Great vid! Subscription services are a pain though, for people looking for copyright-safe / stream-safe music!
Thank you! How so? In my experience sub services are the easiest way to go for sourcing music.
@@JosephMartin Well, first-- the cost! :)
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Much toneh 😂
can i get african music on here
I believe so! You can check out their library to see if it has what you want before signing up
The background music in your video is annoying. Too loud and the style is distracting.
thank god it's not a drop down menu for the genre selection. If a drop down of dance music had 15 items in the drop down... that's amateur. that's somebody just learning how to build a website and is excited to use drop downs.
Site design is SO important!
How it works ? How UA-cam knows that I am using a music from Epidemic ? If someday I unsubscribe that means all the previous videos that I use sounds and music from epidemic is going to get a copyrigh strike ? I know that is probably a dumb question, but i’m just starting and this kind of stuff get me really confused 🫤
Hi! You link your youtube account to your epidemic sound profile under settings, thats how epidemic knows not to copystrike your videos.
Any videos you publish while you have an active subscription are cleared forever, even if you unsubscribe someday.
Hope this helped!