Shorts Music Group - Terms of Service
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Shorts Music Group! By submitting an application to work with Shorts Music Group, accessing our website, platform, music library, or any other services (collectively, the "Services") offered by Shorts Music Group ("SMG," "we," "us," or "our"), you ("you," "your," "User," or "Creator") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("TOS" or "Agreement"). Acceptance of these Terms occurs the moment you submit an application to SMG, regardless of whether your application is ultimately accepted or rejected. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not apply for, access, or use the Services.
You represent that you are at least 18 years of age (or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction) and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement. You also represent that any information you provide to us is true, complete, and accurate. You agree to update such information to keep it accurate for the duration of this agreement.
2. Description of Services
Shorts Music Group is a curated platform providing a library of high-quality, copyright-safe music ("Music") for use in YouTube Shorts videos. SMG also offers a revenue-sharing program for eligible creators, along with resources and tools to help creators grow their YouTube channels.
Copyright-Safe Music: "Copyright-safe music" refers to music tracks owned or licensed by Shorts Music Group that are cleared for use on specified platforms in compliance with YouTube's Content ID policies, SMG's Content Guidelines, and these Terms.
Platform Focus: While SMG is currently focused on YouTube Shorts, the Services may expand to include other short-form video platforms in the future. If such expansions occur, SMG will notify users and update these Terms accordingly.
3. Application and Eligibility
Shorts Music Group is an exclusive program for creators who apply and meet our eligibility criteria. We evaluate applications based on factors such as content quality, audience engagement, consistency of uploads, and adherence to YouTube's Community Guidelines.
Application Process: Submit an accurate application through our website.
Selection Criteria: Applications are evaluated based on criteria like content quality and audience engagement.
Acceptance/Rejection: Accepted applicants will receive a notification with further instructions. SMG reserves the right to reject any application for any reason.
4. Account Creation
Upon acceptance into the Shorts Music Group program, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
Security Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials. SMG is not liable for unauthorized access resulting from your failure to secure your credentials. Notify SMG immediately of any unauthorized use or breach of security.
5. Music License and Usage
License Grant: SMG grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, limited license to use the Music from our library solely in your YouTube Shorts or approved platforms, subject to these Terms.
License Term: The license remains active only while your account is in good standing. Upon termination, all rights to use SMG Music are revoked, and you must remove any content containing SMG Music unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Prohibited Uses: You may not:
Distribute, sell, sublicense, or transfer the Music to third parties except as incorporated into YouTube Shorts.
Modify the Music beyond basic editing (e.g., trimming, looping).
Use the Music in content that promotes hate speech, violence, or defamation, violates third-party rights, or breaches any applicable laws.
Use the Music on unapproved platforms.
Attribution Requirements: Provide appropriate attribution as specified by SMG guidelines.
Content ID Claims: SMG uses YouTube's Content ID system to manage and track the use of its Music. Your Shorts containing our Music will receive Content ID claims from SMG, which you agree not to dispute.
6. Revenue Sharing Program
Eligibility: Available to creators who meet criteria such as consistent creation of high-quality content using SMG Music and audience engagement.
Payment Terms:
Payments are made monthly but subject to a two-month delay due to YouTube's reporting timelines. For example, earnings accrued in January will be paid at the end of March.
Earnings are payable only when they exceed a threshold of fifty (50) USD.
Termination and Earnings:
If terminated for breaching these Terms, unpaid earnings are forfeited.
If terminated amicably, unpaid earnings will be paid according to the standard payment schedule.
7. Content Guidelines
You agree that your Shorts using SMG Music will not contain:
Inappropriate Content: Content promoting violence, hate, or defamation.
Low-Quality Content: Spammy or algorithm-manipulating content.
Illegal Content: Content violating applicable laws.
Enforcement: SMG enforces these guidelines through manual and automated reviews. Violations may result in account suspension or termination.
8. Intellectual Property
SMG Ownership: SMG retains ownership of the Music Library and associated intellectual property rights.
User Content License: By using SMG Music, you grant SMG a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use your Shorts for marketing and promotional purposes.
DMCA Compliance: Report copyright infringements to contact@shortsmusicpro.com with necessary details (e.g., description, location, contact information).
9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
Disclaimer of Warranties: The Services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.
Limitation of Liability: SMG’s total liability to you for any and all claims arising out of or related to this Agreement or your use of the Services shall not exceed the amount of fifty (50) U.S. Dollars (USD) or the amount you have paid to SMG, if any, in the past twelve (12) months. For the avoidance of doubt, this clause does not imply any upfront costs or fees for using the basic Shorts Music Group service, which is free. This clause addresses potential liability in the case of legal disputes.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold SMG harmless from claims, liabilities, damages, or losses arising from your use of the Services or your violation of these Terms.
11. Termination
Warnings: Users who violate these Terms will receive a warning and an opportunity to rectify the issue.
Final Termination: Repeated violations will result in termination without further notice or reimbursement of unpaid earnings.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of Ireland. Disputes shall be resolved exclusively in Irish courts. You agree to resolve disputes individually, waiving your right to participate in class actions.
13. Changes to Terms
SMG may modify these Terms with prior notice. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and SMG.
15. Severability
If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain enforceable.
16. Contact Us
Shorts Music Group
contact@shortsmusicpro.com
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