This Agreement is effective from 13 November 2026 between DMD.AD ("Platform") and Your name (your email) ("User"), for the paid the chosen plan plan.
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ARTICLE 1 — DEFINITIONS
- dmd.ad means the digital music distribution platform that facilitates the delivery of music recordings to digital music stores, streaming services, and other distribution partners.
- User means an individual, artist, producer, record label, aggregator, or legal entity that maintains an account and uses dmd.ad services.
- Master Audio means a finalized sound recording submitted for distribution, including original recordings, alternate versions, remixes, instrumentals, and other versions.
- Musical Work means the musical composition and/or lyrics embodied in a recording, the rights to which may be owned or controlled by a songwriter, music publisher, or other lawful rights holder.
- Master Rights means rights in a sound recording or phonogram, which may be distinct from copyright in the underlying musical composition and lyrics.
- Release means one or more recordings submitted for publication through digital platforms, including singles, EPs, albums, and other formats.
- DSP (Digital Service Provider) means a digital music store, streaming service, or other partner that receives and makes content available through dmd.ad.
- Takedown means a request to remove a release from one or more DSPs.
- Royalties means revenue reported and/or paid by DSPs or distribution partners for the use of recordings, after applicable deductions.
- Subscriber means a User with an active subscription under the applicable subscription plan.
ARTICLE 2 — SCOPE OF SERVICES
- dmd.ad provides facilities for uploading, managing, and submitting master audio for distribution to DSPs available through its distribution network.
- Services may include:
a. Distribution of singles, EPs, and albums;
b. Release metadata management;
c. Artwork and supporting-material delivery;
d. Release-status monitoring;
e. Revenue reporting based on information received;
f. Royalty management and revenue-splitting features, where available under the selected plan;
g. Personal dashboard access for Users and revenue participants, where such features are available.
- Feature availability, DSP coverage, territories, delivery timelines, and content formats are subject to technical capabilities, partner policies, and the applicable subscription plan.
- dmd.ad does not guarantee that every submission will be accepted, released, or made available on every DSP.
- dmd.ad does not automatically acquire ownership of the User's master audio, musical compositions, lyrics, artist names, or brands.
ARTICLE 3 — ACCOUNTS AND SUBSCRIPTIONS
- The User must provide accurate, complete, and verifiable information.
- The User is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of account passwords, authentication codes, and account access credentials.
- Activities conducted through the User's account are presumed to have been authorized by the User, subject to applicable law and evidence of unauthorized access.
- The User must pay subscription fees in accordance with the selected plan, billing period, and prescribed payment method.
- Subscription fees do not automatically include music licensing fees, copyright acquisition costs, sample-clearance fees, promotional costs, third-party service charges, or other separately identified fees.
- If a subscription expires, is suspended, or is not renewed, dmd.ad may restrict access to certain features and may suspend or remove releases in accordance with the selected plan, service policies, DSP requirements, and applicable law.
- The User is responsible for maintaining independent copies of master audio files, artwork, metadata, licensing evidence, and supporting documents.
ARTICLE 4 — OWNERSHIP AND LICENSING OF MASTER AUDIO
- The User warrants that they are the lawful owner of the master audio or have obtained sufficient authorization, permission, and licenses from the relevant rights holders to submit and distribute the recording.
- The User retains ownership of the master audio to the extent that such ownership belongs to the User. This Agreement does not transfer ownership of the master audio to dmd.ad.
- The User grants dmd.ad a limited, non-exclusive license for the period reasonably necessary to provide the services, to:
a. Store, process, convert, and deliver master audio files;
b. Deliver and make recordings, artwork, metadata, and related materials available to DSPs;
c. Use release titles, artist names, label names, artwork, and release information for distribution, identification, reporting, and authorized release promotion;
d. Perform technical operations reasonably necessary to provide the services.
- This license does not authorize dmd.ad to sell ownership of the User's master audio or exploit the recording outside the scope of the services, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
- The User must hold or obtain sufficient rights and permissions for every element of a release, including compositions, lyrics, recordings, artist performances, producer contributions, artwork, photographs, logos, samples, interpolations, third-party recordings, and other materials.
- If a master audio contains samples, beats, loops, instrumentals, remixes, third-party recordings, or other third-party licensed materials, the User must ensure that the relevant licenses expressly permit commercial use and distribution through the intended DSPs.
- Purchasing a beat or using material available online does not automatically establish exclusive distribution rights. The User must review license restrictions, attribution requirements, usage limits, and royalty-sharing obligations.
- The User must not submit recordings subject to an unresolved rights dispute, conflicting exclusivity obligations, or a contractual prohibition on distribution.
- The User must not upload recordings containing unlawful, misleading, or unauthorized imitations of another party's identity or materials that infringe third-party rights.
ARTICLE 5 — RELEASE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Each release must satisfy the following requirements:
- Complete rights clearance. All rights necessary for commercial distribution must be lawfully owned or obtained before the release is submitted.
- Composition and lyric permissions. The User must obtain all necessary permissions from songwriters, music publishers, copyright owners, or authorized representatives where the composition or lyrics are not wholly owned by the User.
- Recording and performance permissions. The User must own or control the master recording rights and obtain any necessary permissions from artists, musicians, vocalists, producers, and other relevant contributors.
- Samples and beats. All samples, beats, loops, interpolations, remixes, and third-party materials must be appropriately licensed or cleared for the intended use.
- No third-party infringement. A release must not infringe copyright, related rights, trademarks, name or image rights, privacy rights, or other legally protected rights.
- Audio quality. Audio files must be playable, uncorrupted, free of material technical defects, and compliant with the technical formats and quality specifications required by dmd.ad or the relevant DSP.
- Artwork compliance. Artwork must meet technical specifications, must not be misleading, and must not use photographs, illustrations, logos, characters, or copyrighted materials without appropriate authorization.
- Accurate metadata. Track titles, artist names, songwriter credits, producer credits, label names, release dates, languages, genres, explicit-content declarations, ISRC/UPC codes where applicable, and other submitted information must be accurate.
- Artist identity. The User must not list artists, collaborators, or rights holders without the necessary authorization or in a manner that misrepresents their contribution.
- Prohibited content. The User must not submit content prohibited by DSPs, including unlawful content, streaming manipulation, misleading metadata, or material that violates distribution policies.
- No deceptive duplication. The User must not repeatedly upload the same release to manipulate distribution, split releases to evade DSP policies, or use misleading identities.
- Supporting documentation. dmd.ad may request proof of ownership, artist agreements, authorizations, sample licenses, publisher permissions, label agreements, collaborator consents, or other relevant documentation.
- Review does not eliminate liability. Technical or administrative review by dmd.ad does not guarantee that a release is free from copyright infringement and does not relieve the User of legal responsibility.
dmd.ad reserves the right to reject, delay, request corrections to, restrict, or remove a submission that does not comply with these requirements, subject to applicable law and DSP policies.
ARTICLE 6 — REQUIRED LICENSES BEFORE RELEASE
- The User must ensure that all necessary permissions, licenses, consents, and rights have been obtained before submitting a release and before the recording is commercially published.
- Where a song incorporates a composition owned by another party, the User must obtain the permissions required for reproduction, digital distribution, communication to the public, or other applicable uses, taking into account the relevant rights and distribution territories.
- For cover songs, remixes, adaptations, translations, interpolations, or recordings containing samples, the User must identify and obtain all necessary permissions. A license for a master recording does not automatically authorize use of the underlying composition or lyrics.
- If a license restricts territory, duration, platforms, number of uses, monetization, or commercial exploitation, the User must ensure that the release remains within those restrictions.
- The User must retain contracts, license payment receipts, permission letters, written consents, and other supporting records while the release remains distributed and for a reasonable period thereafter.
- Upon request by dmd.ad, the User must provide evidence of rights or licenses within the period specified in the request.
- If a required permission is unavailable, invalid, revoked, expired, or disputed, the User must promptly notify dmd.ad and must not continue unauthorized distribution.
- The User acknowledges that identifying, obtaining, and paying for music licenses is the User's responsibility unless the Parties separately agree in writing to a licensing service.
ARTICLE 7 — USER REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The User represents, warrants, and undertakes that:
- All information and documents supplied to dmd.ad are accurate, complete, and not misleading.
- The User has the authority to enter into this Agreement and grant the distribution permissions described herein.
- All permissions required for the master audio and other release elements have been lawfully obtained.
- The User will not submit false claims, false metadata, impersonated artist identities, manipulated streaming activity, or inaccurate rights declarations.
- The User is responsible for payments owed to songwriters, musicians, producers, rights holders, publishers, labels, and royalty participants under applicable agreements.
- The User is responsible for the accuracy of revenue splits, participant percentages, payment details, and required participant consents when using such features.
- The User must promptly update dmd.ad regarding changes in ownership, licensing status, contracts, disputes, or distribution permissions.
- The User must reasonably cooperate with reviews, claims handling, and dispute resolution relating to the User's releases.
ARTICLE 8 — LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND COPYRIGHT CLAIMS
- dmd.ad acts as a distribution service provider and does not automatically act as the creator, master owner, copyright holder, music publisher, or licensor of content uploaded by the User.
- The User bears responsibility for the legality, ownership, authorization, and validity of the master audio and all materials submitted for distribution, including copyright, related rights, samples, compositions, lyrics, artwork, and third-party materials.
- To the extent permitted by applicable law, dmd.ad shall not be responsible for copyright or third-party rights infringements arising from materials uploaded, information provided, incomplete permissions, or actions of the User.
- The User must address and resolve claims arising from the User's content or conduct and indemnify dmd.ad against lawful and reasonable direct losses arising from the User's breach, misrepresentation, or negligence, including reasonable claim-handling and legal costs, to the extent permitted by law.
- Upon receiving a credible claim or infringement notice, dmd.ad may suspend a release, temporarily withhold payments related to the dispute to the extent necessary and permitted, request supporting documentation, restrict account access, or initiate a takedown to prevent or reduce legal risk.
- Where practicable, dmd.ad may notify the User and provide an opportunity to submit an explanation or evidence, unless immediate action is necessary to comply with law, DSP policies, or prevent harm.
- dmd.ad does not guarantee that no claims will arise, that every claim will be valid, or that any content will remain available on every DSP.
- dmd.ad shall not be responsible for editorial decisions, rejections, delays, removals, policy changes, system interruptions, or third-party actions beyond its reasonable control.
- Nothing in this Agreement excludes or limits any liability of dmd.ad that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.
ARTICLE 9 — TAKEDOWN REQUESTS AND RELEASE REMOVAL
- The User may submit a takedown request through the dashboard or an official dmd.ad support channel.
- Paid accounts have their own specific takedown terms.
- The request must be submitted by the account holder or an authorized representative and must include, at a minimum:
a. Account, artist, and label names;
b. Track or release title;
c. ISRC, UPC, or another release identifier, if available;
d. The DSPs and territories from which removal is requested;
e. The reason for the takedown;
f. Evidence of the requester's authority, where necessary.
- The User must provide accurate information and ensure that the request is not intended to commit fraud, evade contractual obligations, or unlawfully harm another party.
- dmd.ad will process complete requests within a reasonable period. Actual removal times depend on each DSP's processes and policies, and dmd.ad does not guarantee a specific removal date.
- During the takedown process, a release may remain available on certain DSPs.
- The User remains responsible for contractual obligations, royalties, fees, and rights-clearance matters arising before or during the takedown.
- A takedown does not automatically cancel payment obligations, eliminate liability for previous infringements, or resolve ongoing disputes.
- dmd.ad may reject or delay a takedown request where the requester lacks authority, documentation is insufficient, a genuine ownership dispute exists, or legal or contractual obligations must be fulfilled.
- dmd.ad may initiate a takedown without waiting for a User request when necessary to comply with law, honor a valid DSP request, address a copyright claim, or prevent legal or security risks.
- Takedown requests do not require the deletion of transaction records or other records that must be retained under law, accounting policies, or legitimate dispute-resolution requirements.
ARTICLE 10 — ROYALTIES AND REVENUE SHARING
- Royalties are payable based on revenue actually reported and remitted by DSPs or distribution partners, after applicable deductions, fees, taxes, adjustments, or reversals.
- dmd.ad does not guarantee minimum royalties, streaming counts, chart positions, specific revenue, or payment dates that are beyond its reasonable control.
- Payment schedules, minimum payout thresholds, currencies, administrative fees, payment methods, and tax requirements are governed by the applicable subscription plan and payment policies communicated to the User.
- The User is responsible for ensuring that bank details, beneficiary information, and tax information are accurate.
- Where revenue-splitting features are available, the User must establish accurate percentages, obtain required consents, and ensure that total allocations comply with the system requirements.
- dmd.ad may delay payments reasonably connected to suspected fraud, streaming manipulation, rights disputes, reporting corrections, or DSP requests, to the extent permitted by law and the applicable service terms.
- If a DSP reports an overpayment or subsequent adjustment, the adjustment may be applied to a future balance, with reasonable information provided to the User.
- Payments to split participants through dmd.ad do not eliminate the legal or tax obligations of the respective parties.
ARTICLE 11 — PROHIBITED CONDUCT AND ENFORCEMENT
The User must not:
- Upload materials that the User does not own or have sufficient authorization to distribute.
- Use third-party samples, beats, or recordings without appropriate licenses.
- Manipulate streaming activity, use bots, purchase fraudulent plays, or employ unauthorized methods to increase revenue.
- Submit false metadata, impersonate another artist, or use artwork that infringes third-party rights.
- Repeatedly upload the same material to circumvent DSP rules.
- Misuse the dashboard, access another person's account without authorization, or interfere with dmd.ad systems.
- Submit forged licensing evidence, identification, or other documents.
- Use the services for unlawful purposes or in violation of distribution-partner policies.
Where a violation is suspected, dmd.ad may request clarification or documentation, reject a release, restrict an account, suspend distribution, withhold disputed payments to the extent permitted, or terminate the services. Measures will be proportionate to the level of risk and subject to applicable law and DSP policies.
ARTICLE 12 — SUSPENSION AND TERMINATION
- The User may cancel the subscription in accordance with the procedures applicable to the User's account or plan.
- dmd.ad may suspend or terminate services if the User breaches this Agreement, fails to pay fees, provides false information, lacks required permissions, or creates legal or security risks.
- Where practicable, dmd.ad will provide notice and an opportunity to remedy the breach. Exceptions may apply where immediate action is necessary.
- Termination does not automatically eliminate outstanding payment obligations, liability for previous violations, or third-party rights.
- The handling of active releases after a subscription ends will be governed by the selected plan, terms communicated to the User, DSP policies, and applicable law.
- The User should download or retain necessary reports and documents before access expires.
ARTICLE 13 — DATA, PRIVACY, AND SECURITY
- dmd.ad may process account information, release data, transaction information, payment data, and documents necessary to operate the services.
- The User acknowledges the processing of information necessary for distribution, reporting, payments, security, legal compliance, and dispute handling in accordance with applicable law.
- dmd.ad may provide release data and necessary information to DSPs, payment providers, technology providers, and relevant partners to perform the services.
- Each Party must protect confidential information that is not intended for public disclosure, except where disclosure is legally required or lawfully necessary to provide the services.
- Personal data processing is subject to dmd.ad's privacy policy and applicable data protection laws, including Indonesian personal data protection regulations.
ARTICLE 14 — SERVICE CHANGES AND FORCE MAJEURE
- dmd.ad may update features, formats, procedures, or operational terms to reflect technological developments, DSP policies, or legal requirements.
- Material changes to this Agreement will be communicated through reasonable channels. Where renewed consent is legally required, dmd.ad will request it.
- Neither Party will be deemed in breach for delays directly caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, widespread network disruptions, cyberattacks, infrastructure failures, government action, or third-party service interruptions, to the extent permitted by law.
- The affected Party must take reasonable steps to mitigate the impact of such circumstances.
ARTICLE 15 — DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND GOVERNING LAW
- This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Republic of Indonesia.
- The Parties will first attempt to resolve disputes amicably within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the dispute, unless immediate action is required to protect rights or comply with law.
- If no settlement is reached, the dispute will be submitted to the competent court in [City/Regency], Indonesia, subject to any mandatory jurisdictional rules.
- Nothing in this Article prevents either Party from seeking interim relief or other legal protection available under applicable law.
ARTICLE 16 — FINAL PROVISIONS AND ACCEPTANCE
- This Agreement, together with the privacy policy, subscription-plan terms, and clearly referenced operational policies, constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties concerning the services covered herein.
- If any provision is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain effective to the extent permitted by law.
- A Party's failure to enforce a provision does not automatically waive its right to enforce that provision in the future.
- Electronic acceptance through a checkbox, electronic signature, or another lawful digital mechanism may serve as evidence of consent in accordance with applicable law.
- If the Indonesian and English versions differ, the Indonesian version will govern interpretation in Indonesia to the extent permitted by law.
- The User confirms that they have read, understood, and accepted this Agreement in its entirety.
USER ACCEPTANCE DECLARATION
By checking the acceptance box or signing this Agreement, the User confirms that:
• I own or have lawfully obtained the necessary permissions to distribute every master audio recording I submit.
• I have obtained the required permissions for compositions, lyrics, samples, beats, artwork, performances, and third-party rights before release.
• I am responsible for the accuracy of the metadata and ownership information I provide.
• I understand that dmd.ad is not automatically responsible for copyright infringements caused by my materials or conduct, subject to any liability imposed by applicable law.
• I agree to the subscription, royalty, takedown, suspension, and termination provisions of this Agreement.