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Can I use Public Domain content in my music?
Can I use Public Domain content in my music?
Updated over 3 months ago

Yes, you can incorporate Public Domain content into your music, but there’s an important condition to keep in mind: you must modify or alter the content. Public Domain works are free from copyright restrictions, allowing you to freely use and adapt them. However, simply using these works without any modifications could limit the distribution of your music.

Important:

Please note that releases featuring Public Domain content may not be eligible for distribution to certain Rights Management DSPs. These include platforms such as Facebook Rights Manager, Facebook Audio Library, YouTube Content ID, TikTok, SoundCloud, Snap.

To ensure smooth distribution across all your desired platforms, always consider these restrictions when incorporating Public Domain elements into your music.

By creatively adapting Public Domain works, you can enhance your music while ensuring broader distribution opportunities.

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