This guide explains how to get permission to release a cover song through our platform. You can request a license anytime from your user dashboard.
STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS (TABLE FORMAT)
| Step | What You Do | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sign in to your account | Access your user dashboard |
| 2 | Open Cover Song License | Go to the cover licensing section |
| 3 | Start a new request | Click the option to create a new license |
| 4 | Enter release details | Add basic information about your release |
| 5 | Enter original song details | Provide information about the original song |
| 6 | Review and submit | Check details, then complete payment |
| 7 | Wait for approval | License is reviewed and processed |
| 8 | Release your song | Upload and distribute after approval |
RELEASE DETAILS YOU MUST ADD
| Field | What to Enter |
|---|---|
| Release title | Name of your single or album |
| Main artist name | Your artist or band name |
| Release status | Choose from the available options |
ORIGINAL SONG DETAILS YOU MUST ADD
| Field | What to Enter |
|---|---|
| Original song title | Name of the original song |
| Original artist | Artist who first released the song |
| Track length | Total duration in seconds only |
Example:
2 minutes 10 seconds = 130 seconds
PAYMENT & APPROVAL
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| License fee | One-time payment per cover song |
| Processing time | Usually 1-2 business days |
| Who handles clearance | Our licensing partners manage rights approval |
| Your action after submit | No action required during review |
If your license status shows system messages related to notice or reporting, you do not need to do anything. All required documents are handled automatically.
IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS
| Topic | Rule |
|---|---|
| Publishing rights | Cannot be claimed |
| PRO registration | Not allowed for cover songs |
| Streaming income | Allowed |
| Download sales | Allowed |
You can earn revenue from streams and sales on major music platforms once your cover song is approved and released.
SUMMARY
- Cover songs require permission before release
- License requests are done inside the dashboard
- Approval usually takes a short time
- After approval, you can distribute normally
- Streaming and sales revenue is allowed
