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Instant Sample Clearance
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How to license samples

Whether you're a beatmaker, producer, or artist, our licensing system gives you flexibility and transparency so you can release music without legal hassle.

Simple, Transparent Sample Licensing

Fairbeat makes sample licensing easy to understand and use. Whether royalty-free or royalty-based, each sample includes clear terms that define how you can use it across songs, releases, and commercial projects.

Explore our catalog

Find premium sounds, loops, and samples curated by top creators.

License and use

Load them into your favorite DAW and start composing right away.

Release with confidence

When you use Fairbeat-licensed content under our terms, you can publish your music anywhere without worrying about sample clearance.

Instant Clearance + and Custom Deals

Option 1

Instant Clearance

Some sounds display a license badge directly while browsing so you always know the terms before downloading.

License Tier

<30s
30-90s
>90s

Tier A

10%
15%
25%

Tier B

5%
10%
15%

Tier C

2.5%
5%
10%
Option 2

Submit a Custom Proposal

Need something tailored (e.g., label release terms, upfront fees, or advanced splits)? You can submit a custom proposal to negotiate different terms with a creator.

For example:

“Hi, I’d like to license this sample for a major label release. I’m offering a $500 upfront fee plus 8% royalties on streaming revenue. The track is scheduled for release next month through [Label Name].”

This gives you the flexibility to work out deals that fit your release strategy.
Send proposal

When do you Need to register?

You only need to formalize your license with Fairbeat when your track meets specific conditions:

Major Label Release

Your sample used in a song distributed by a major record label

1M+ Streams

Surpasses 1 million cumulative streams across major DSPs

Until then, you can produce, release independently, and use Fairbeat sounds without clearing, but registering early can help avoid surprises down the road.

What You Get After Registration

If you do register a track that requires clearance:

Official License Documentation

You receive a license record/number or agreement outlining the exact terms. This document can be shared with distributors, labels, or partners to confirm rights.

You can create and release music freely using Fairbeat samples without immediate clearance. Registration is only required once your track reaches major distribution or significant streaming milestones but doing it early keeps everything clear and protected from the start.

Sample License Agreement

License #FB-2026-003847

Active
Track Status: Registered
Royalty Split: 10%
Valid Until: Perpetual
License Type: Royalty-Based

Fairbeat Licensing Summary


Transparent and simple licensing

Royalty-free rights until a trigger event

Optional custom licensing deals

Tiered system based on sample use length

Clear registration process when needed


At Fairbeat, you control your creativity supported by a licensing system built for independent artists and professionals alike.