What happens if someone uses my music in their YouTube videos?

If your music is eligible for monetization through Content ID and it appears in a YouTube video, a Content ID claim should automatically be generated on the video in question. An active Content ID claim on a video allows us to collect royalties for you, when the video is viewed.

An active Content ID claim on a video also maintains a “Music in this video” section in the video description that will link to your release on YouTube. When Ziddi holds the Content ID claim on a video, this section will typically state that the music was licensed to YouTube by any of our aggregators.

If the uploader of the video disputes that claim on the video, our team will reach out to notify you of the disputed claim and you’ll be able to watch the video to hear where your music is being used. You then have two options:

  • Maintain the claim to allow us to continue collecting royalties for you when the video is viewed
  • Release the claim to let the creator use your music and monetize it for themselves without paying you a share of royalties generated from views

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Frequently Asked Questions

A more detailed FAQ section and documentation can be accessed through the Ziddi Artist Portal.

Ziddi is a digital music distribution service designed to help independent artists get their music on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. Plus, we offer awesome extras like merchandising, direct selling, revenue tracking, and more—all in one place.

Getting started is easy! Simply select a plan, sign up to our platform, upload your music, and that's it! We’ll guide you through every step of the way, so you don’t have to stress about the details. 

Your music will be everywhere fans listen—Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, JioSaavn, YouTube Music, and tons of other streaming platforms. Basically, if there’s a place for music, Ziddi gets you there. Check out the full list of stores we distribute to here.

Whether you're just starting out or an established artist, we’ve got options for everyone starting from ₹799/- only. Check out full pricing details here.

Absolutely! At Ziddi, you retain 100% ownership of your music and all related rights. We’re here to support your journey, not to take control of your creations.

You sure can! With Ziddi, you can design and sell merch like T-shirts, hoodies, and hoodies. It’s a great way to connect with your fans and boost your income. 

Yes, you can! Switching to Ziddi is straightforward. You’ll just need to ensure your music is removed from your current distributor before re-releasing it through Ziddi. We’ll guide you through the process to make sure your tracks stay live with minimal disruption. Plus, our team is here to answer any questions and help make the transition smooth and stress-free.

No worries! Just drop us a line at [email protected]—we’d love to help you out!

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