Will my YouTube video get taken down if I use music?

Copyright law makes sure that creators get paid when people use their work — that’s where YouTube’s music policy comes into play. So if you don’t legally use copyrighted music on YouTube, the system might take down your content, or let someone else monetize your video, or completely block your channel.

Can you monetize a video with a song in it?

To be eligible, the music publisher must claim the song through the Content ID system and elect to monetize it. If the song has not been claimed, you cannot monetize your video. You cannot monetize third-party content that you’ve purchased unless its rights owner grants you commercial use rights.

What happens when you get a copyright strike on YouTube?

When you get a copyright strike, it acts as a warning. The first time you get a copyright strike, you’ll need to go through Copyright School. We do this so you can understand copyright and how it’s enforced at YouTube. Copyright strikes may affect your ability to monetize.

Can you legally use copyrighted music on YouTube?

Read on to learn how you can legally use copyrighted music in your video or vlog and what happens if you use copyrighted music on YouTube. YouTube employs a robust copyright system called Content ID that helps music owners to protect their work and to make money to allowing others to use their music in YouTube videos.

How do I get information about my strike on YouTube?

Get information about your strike Sign in to YouTube Studio. From the left menu, select Videos. Click the Down arrow above “Copyright claim”. You’ll find this next to the respective video under the Monetization column, if available. Click View copyright claim details.

Do I need a license to monetize my YouTube channel?

Most claims (unlike strikes) are harmless but ads may appear in your video and you may not be able to monetize. Having a license or a formal permission will help you to quickly and easily resolve copyright claims and in some cases even whitelist your entire channel. Related: YouTube Copyright: The Ultimate Guide