Terms &
Conditions

Definitions

For these Terms:

"Company", "NK Music Distribution", "NK Music", "We", "Us" or "Our" means NK MUSIC PRODUCTION and its NK Music Distribution platform.

"User", "You" or "Your" means any artist, label, producer, music company, content owner, publisher, rights holder, representative or other person using our services.

"Content" means audio recordings, music videos, artwork, lyrics, photographs, metadata, compositions, sound recordings and other materials submitted to NK Music Distribution.

"Master Recording" means a specific sound recording of a musical work.

"Composition" means the underlying musical work, including melody, lyrics and other applicable copyright elements.

"Release" means a single, EP, album, compilation, music video or other content submitted for distribution.

"DSP" or "Digital Service Provider" means a third-party digital platform, streaming service, social media service, video platform, download service or other digital service.

"Content ID" means automated content identification and rights-management technology used by applicable platforms.

Eligibility

1. You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account.
2. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
3. You must not create an account using false, misleading or fraudulent information.
4. You must have the legal authority and necessary rights to submit all content.
5. If you act on behalf of an artist, label, company or rights holder, you confirm that you have authorization to do so.
6. We may request identity, ownership or authorization documents at any stage.
7. Failure to provide requested information may result in suspension or rejection of services.

Our Services

NK Music Distribution may provide some or all of the following services:

• Digital music distribution
• Music delivery to DSPs
• YouTube Music distribution
• YouTube Content ID
• YouTube rights management
• YouTube monetization
• Facebook and Instagram rights management
• Social media monetization
• CRBT / Caller Tune distribution
• ISRC-related services
• UPC/EAN-related services
• Metadata management
• Release scheduling
• Copyright protection
• Rights administration
• Royalty and revenue reporting
• Label services
• Artist services
• Catalog transfer services
• Other music distribution and rights-management services

Not every service is available for every release, territory, account or plan.

Third-party platform requirements may also affect service availability.

Account Registration

When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate information
• Keep account information updated
• Protect your password and login credentials
• Not share your account with unauthorized persons
• Notify us if unauthorized access is suspected

You are responsible for activity performed through your account unless you can demonstrate unauthorized use that was not caused by your negligence or failure to protect your credentials.

User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the legality, ownership and accuracy of content submitted through your account.

You must ensure that:

• You have the necessary rights
• Your metadata is accurate
• Your artwork is authorized
• Your audio is authorized
• Your lyrics are properly supplied
• Your artist and label information is accurate
• Required licenses have been obtained
• Required permissions have been obtained

Master Recording Rights

The Master Recording refers to the specific recorded audio submitted for distribution.

You represent and warrant that you:

1. Own the Master Recording; or
2. Have obtained sufficient authorization to distribute and monetize it.

Depending on the release, this may include authorization from:

• Artist
• Record label
• Producer
• Recording company
• Performing artist
• Master owner
• Other relevant rights holders

Submitting a recording does not transfer ownership of the Master Recording to NK Music Distribution unless a separate written agreement expressly states otherwise.

Publishing and Composition Rights

Publishing rights relate to the underlying musical composition, lyrics and related copyright interests.

The User is responsible for obtaining applicable rights or permissions from:

• Composer
• Lyricist
• Music publisher
• Copyright owner
• Co-writers
• Other relevant rights holders

Ownership of a Master Recording does not automatically mean ownership of the underlying composition.

Likewise, ownership of a composition does not automatically grant ownership of a particular sound recording.

Master Rights and Publishing Rights Are Separate

You acknowledge that:

Master Rights and Publishing/Composition Rights are separate rights.

Where necessary, NK Music Distribution may request separate documentation establishing:

• Master ownership
• Composition ownership
• Publishing authorization
• Distribution authorization
• Monetization rights

Any dispute between Master owners and composition/publishing owners may result in temporary suspension of the affected services.

Rights Documentation

We may request documentation including:

• Master Rights Agreement
• Master NOC
• No Objection Certificate
• Assignment Agreement
• License Agreement
• Publishing Agreement
• Artist Agreement
• Label Agreement
• Producer Agreement
• Composer/Lyricist authorization
• Distribution authorization
• Other ownership documentation

You agree to provide reasonable documentation when requested.

If adequate documentation is not provided, we may reject, suspend, restrict or remove the affected content.

Distribution Authorization

By submitting content, you grant NK Music Distribution the necessary authorization to:

• Process the content
• Encode and format the content
• Distribute the content
• Deliver the content to selected third-party platforms
• Make the content available for streaming/download where applicable
• Administer authorized monetization
• Administer eligible rights-management services
• Collect applicable revenue
• Display associated metadata
• Perform technical and operational activities required to provide the service

Unless separately agreed in writing, this authorization does not transfer copyright ownership to NK Music Distribution.

Non-Exclusive Authorization

Unless a separate written agreement states otherwise, the distribution authorization provided to NK Music Distribution is intended to be non-exclusive.

However, certain services such as Content ID may require additional eligibility or exclusivity conditions imposed by the relevant platform.

The User is responsible for ensuring that no conflicting rights-management authorization exists.

Content Ownership

You retain ownership of your rights unless ownership has been separately assigned under a written agreement.

You must not submit content that you:

• Do not own
• Are not authorized to distribute
• Are not authorized to monetize
• Are not authorized to administer through Content ID or similar systems

Prohibited Content

You must not submit:

• Unauthorized copyrighted recordings
• Stolen recordings
• Unauthorized remixes
• Unauthorized samples
• Unauthorized cover recordings
• Unauthorized music videos
• Content containing misleading metadata
• Content impersonating another artist
• Fraudulent content
• Content intended to manipulate platform systems
• Content violating applicable law
• Content violating third-party platform rules

Folk, Traditional and Public Domain Content

Music described as:

• Folk
• Traditional
• Tribal
• Cultural
• Regional
• Devotional
• Traditional community music

may involve underlying material with different ownership or legal status.

The User must not claim exclusive ownership merely because they have created a new recording or arrangement.

Public Domain Content

If a User claims that a composition is in the public domain, the User is responsible for ensuring that the claim is legally accurate for the relevant territory.

Public-domain status of an underlying composition does not automatically mean that another person's sound recording is free to use.

A new recording of a public-domain work may have separate rights from the underlying work.

Traditional and Community Material

Where traditional or community-based material is used, the User must ensure that the submission does not falsely represent another person's recording, arrangement or protected adaptation as their own.

Where applicable, the User should obtain appropriate permissions, licenses, acknowledgements or documentation.

Content ID Eligibility

Not every recording is eligible for YouTube Content ID or similar rights-management services.

Eligibility may depend on:

• Ownership
• Exclusivity
• Originality
• Third-party rights
• Platform requirements
• Content history
• Existing registrations
• Rights conflicts

We may conduct additional review before enabling Content ID.

Content ID – Ineligible or Restricted Material

Content may be rejected or restricted from Content ID where it contains insufficiently controlled:

• Public-domain material
• Traditional/folk material
• Non-exclusive beats
• Royalty-free production music
• Stock music
• Sound effects
• Samples
• Loops
• Karaoke recordings
• DJ mixes
• Compilation material
• Cover recordings
• Third-party recordings
• Material already administered by another rights-management service

Content ID Claims

Where Content ID is enabled, matching content may generate automated claims.

A Content ID claim is a rights-management mechanism and is not necessarily a copyright strike.

Depending on the applicable service, claims may result in:

• Monetization
• Tracking
• Blocking
• Other platform actions

The applicable platform ultimately controls its own Content ID system and policies.

Incorrect Content ID Claims

Users must immediately notify us if they become aware of an incorrect claim.

You must not knowingly request, create or maintain claims against content that you do not control.

If a claim is determined to be unsupported, we may release or modify the claim and may restrict Content ID access for the affected content.

YouTube Channel Whitelist

Where the service is available, official artist or label channels may be eligible for whitelist management.

Whitelist status:

• Does not transfer copyright ownership
• Does not remove underlying rights
• Does not authorize unrelated third-party channels
• May be subject to platform and service rules

We may modify or remove whitelist status where necessary.

Cover Songs

A cover song is a new recording of an existing musical composition.

Owning the new recording does not automatically provide ownership of the original composition.

The User is responsible for obtaining all licenses, permissions or other authorizations required for distribution and monetization.

We may request evidence of applicable licensing.

Remixes and Derivative Works

A remix, re-edit, mashup, modified version or derivative work may require authorization from:

• Master owner
• Composer
• Lyricist
• Publisher
• Other relevant rights holders

The User must obtain required authorization before submitting such content.

Samples and Loops

Any third-party sample, loop, vocal, recording or musical element must be properly licensed where required.

Purchasing a sample pack or obtaining a royalty-free license does not necessarily provide:

• Exclusive ownership
• Content ID rights
• Exclusive rights-management rights

The User is responsible for verifying the applicable license.

AI-Generated and AI-Assisted Content

AI-generated or AI-assisted content may be subject to additional review.

Users must ensure that:

• They have the necessary rights
• AI-generated material does not infringe third-party rights
• AI-generated vocals do not improperly impersonate another person
• Voice cloning is authorized where applicable
• Third-party AI tool terms are complied with
• Platform-specific AI policies are followed

NK Music Distribution may reject or restrict content where ownership or authorization cannot be reasonably established.

Artist Name and Impersonation

You must not use an artist name, stage name, identity or branding in a manner intended to impersonate another artist or mislead listeners.

We may require additional verification where:

• Artist names are identical or confusingly similar
• A release appears to belong to another artist
• Metadata creates an identity conflict
• A third party raises an identity complaint

Metadata Requirements

You are responsible for accurate metadata, including where applicable:

• Artist name
• Release title
• Track title
• Composer
• Lyricist
• Producer
• Publisher
• Label
• Genre
• Subgenre
• Language
• Mood
• Release date
• Original release date
• ISRC
• UPC/EAN
• Copyright information
• Lyrics
• Artwork
• Audio information

False or misleading metadata may result in rejection or removal.

Artwork Requirements

Artwork must:

• Be legally authorized
• Belong to the User or be properly licensed
• Not misleadingly represent another artist
• Not contain unauthorized trademarks or logos
• Comply with applicable DSP requirements
• Meet the technical requirements communicated by NK Music Distribution

We may reject artwork that does not comply with applicable requirements.

Audio Requirements

Audio files must comply with our technical requirements and applicable DSP requirements.

We may reject audio that:

• Is technically defective
• Is corrupted
• Contains unauthorized material
• Contains misleading content
• Does not meet applicable platform specifications

Release Submission

Submitting a release does not guarantee approval.

Each release may be reviewed by NK Music Distribution and/or third-party platforms.

A release may be delayed because of:

• Metadata problems
• Copyright review
• Ownership verification
• Technical issues
• Platform review
• Content conflicts
• Third-party processing

Release Delivery

Delivery times are estimates unless expressly guaranteed in writing.

Third-party platforms independently control:

• Approval
• Availability
• Search results
• Editorial placement
• Playlist placement
• Monetization
• Territory availability
• Removal

NK Music Distribution cannot guarantee permanent availability on any third-party platform.

Third-Party Platforms

Your content may be delivered to third-party platforms.

Each platform may have its own:

• Terms
• Copyright policies
• Monetization policies
• Content rules
• Technical requirements
• Review procedures

You agree to comply with applicable third-party requirements.

Copyright Complaints

If a copyright complaint is received, we may request supporting documents from the User.

These may include:

• Ownership agreements
• NOCs
• Licenses
• Assignment documents
• Master rights documents
• Publishing documents
• Other relevant evidence

We may suspend or remove affected content while a dispute is reviewed.

Conflicting Ownership Claims

If multiple parties claim ownership of the same recording or rights, NK Music Distribution may temporarily restrict the affected content.

NK Music Distribution does not act as a court or final adjudicator of ownership disputes.

The parties may be required to resolve the dispute directly or provide legally valid documentation establishing the applicable rights.

Fraudulent Streaming

Users must not directly or indirectly engage in:

• Artificial streams
• Bot streams
• Automated plays
• Fake views
• Fake downloads
• Click farms
• Playlist manipulation
• Artificial followers
• Paid fake engagement
• Stream manipulation
• Traffic manipulation
• Any activity designed to improperly increase revenue or visibility

Streaming Promotion Services

Users must exercise caution when using third-party promotional services.

You must not purchase services that generate artificial streams, views, followers or other fraudulent engagement.

The User remains responsible for promotional services purchased by:

• Artists
• Labels
• Managers
• Promoters
• Marketing agencies
• Other representatives acting on their behalf

Fraud Investigation

If we receive:

• A fraud alert
• Platform notification
• Abnormal activity report
• Rights complaint
• Suspicious traffic information

we may investigate the account or affected releases.

During an investigation, we may:

• Hold revenue
• Suspend withdrawals
• Suspend distribution
• Disable monetization
• Disable Content ID
• Restrict account functionality
• Request documentation

Revenue Holds

Revenue may be temporarily held where there is:

• Suspected fraudulent activity
• Copyright dispute
• Ownership dispute
• Platform investigation
• Invalid traffic
• Revenue adjustment
• Chargeback
• Other legitimate compliance concern

A revenue hold does not necessarily mean that fraud has been conclusively established.

Revenue may be released after the applicable investigation or verification is completed.

Fraud Confirmation and Revenue Adjustment

Where artificial or fraudulent activity is reasonably established or confirmed by the relevant platform or available evidence, we may:

• Withhold affected revenue
• Reverse previously credited amounts where permitted
• Remove affected releases
• Disable monetization
• Disable Content ID
• Suspend the account
• Terminate the applicable service

Third-party platforms may independently adjust or reverse revenue.

Such adjustments may be reflected in the User's royalty statement.

Revenue and Royalties

Revenue is generally reported based on information received from applicable third-party platforms.

Revenue may be affected by:

• Platform deductions
• Taxes
• Payment processing
• Refunds
• Chargebacks
• Fraud adjustments
• Invalid activity
• Revenue corrections
• Revenue-share terms

Displayed revenue may be estimated until final platform reporting is received.

Revenue Reporting

Third-party revenue reports may be delayed.

Revenue statements may subsequently be corrected or adjusted when updated information is received.

NK Music Distribution is not responsible for delays caused by third-party reporting systems.

Payments and Withdrawals

Withdrawal eligibility may depend on:

• Minimum payout threshold
• Account verification
• KYC requirements
• Tax requirements
• Cleared revenue
• Correct bank information
• Applicable service plan

Users are responsible for maintaining accurate payment information.

Taxes

Users are responsible for applicable taxes arising from revenue received through the services.

Where legally required, NK Music Distribution may:

• Deduct applicable taxes
• Request tax information
• Request PAN or other documentation
• Request GST-related information
• Provide applicable payment statements

Service Plans

Different plans may provide different:

• Revenue shares
• Label limits
• Artist limits
• Distribution features
• Rights-management services
• Support levels
• Other benefits

The applicable plan and separate written agreement, where applicable, will determine the commercial terms.

Service Fees

Certain services may require payment of fees.

Applicable fees may be displayed on the website, dashboard, invoice or separate agreement.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, payment of a service fee does not guarantee approval or platform acceptance of a release.

Refunds and Cancellations

Refund eligibility depends on the applicable service, payment terms and circumstances.

Services that have already been performed, processed or submitted to third-party platforms may not necessarily be refundable.

Any special refund terms agreed in writing will take precedence over general website information to the extent permitted by law.

Catalog Transfer

Where catalog transfer services are available, the User must have the right to transfer the relevant catalog.

The User is responsible for providing accurate:

• ISRC
• UPC/EAN
• Artist information
• Release information
• Ownership information
• Existing distribution information

NK Music Distribution does not guarantee uninterrupted availability during a third-party catalog transfer.

ISRC and UPC

Where ISRC or UPC/EAN services are provided, the User must provide accurate information.

Existing identifiers should not be unnecessarily duplicated.

Incorrect or duplicate identifiers may result in:

• Duplicate releases
• Metadata conflicts
• Royalty problems
• Platform conflicts

Release Removal

We may remove or request removal of content when:

• The User requests removal
• A valid rights complaint is received
• Ownership cannot be verified
• The content violates our Terms
• A third-party platform requires removal
• The content violates applicable law
• Fraud or manipulation is identified

Removal timing depends on the applicable platform.

Reinstatement

Removed content may be reinstated where appropriate if:

• The issue has been resolved
• Required documentation is provided
• The relevant platform permits reinstatement
• No continuing rights conflict exists

Reinstatement is not guaranteed.

Account Suspension

We may suspend an account where:

• These Terms are violated
• False information is provided
• Unauthorized content is submitted
• Copyright complaints are received
• Fraudulent activity is suspected
• Ownership documentation is unavailable
• Third-party policies are violated
• Required payments are not made

Account Termination

We may terminate an account or service where serious or repeated violations occur.

Termination may result in:

• Suspension of distribution
• Removal of releases
• Suspension of monetization
• Disabling Content ID
• Suspension of withdrawals where legally or contractually permitted
• Other appropriate action

Inactive Accounts

Accounts that remain inactive for an extended period may be subject to administrative review.

Where necessary, we may contact the account holder or take action according to the applicable service agreement and law.

Account Security

You are responsible for:

• Password security
• Account access
• Authorized users
• Device security
• Accurate contact information

We are not responsible for losses caused by your failure to protect account credentials, except where liability cannot legally be excluded.

Confidentiality

Information submitted by Users may be processed for the purpose of providing services.

Where necessary, information may be shared with:

• DSPs
• YouTube
• Rights-management providers
• Payment providers
• Technology providers
• Legal/service providers
• Other authorized service partners

Personal information is handled according to our Privacy Policy.

Privacy Policy

Use of our services is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

The Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, stored and processed.

Website and Dashboard Availability

We aim to provide reliable access to our website and dashboard.

However, uninterrupted operation is not guaranteed.

Temporary unavailability may occur because of:

• Maintenance
• Server issues
• Network failures
• Security incidents
• Software updates
• Third-party outages
• Events beyond our reasonable control

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

We do not control those websites and are not responsible for their:

• Content
• Availability
• Policies
• Security
• Privacy practices

Your use of third-party services is governed by their own terms.

No Guarantee of Success

NK Music Distribution does not guarantee:

• A specific number of streams
• A specific revenue amount
• Viral success
• Playlist placement
• Editorial placement
• Search ranking
• YouTube views
• Followers
• Platform approval
• Continuous availability

Performance depends on many factors outside our control.

Promotional Material

Where authorized, we may use limited information about distributed releases, such as:

• Artist name
• Release title
• Artwork
• Label name

for service-related displays, portfolio purposes or promotional communications.

Any use beyond the applicable authorization may require separate permission.

User Indemnification

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless NK MUSIC PRODUCTION, NK Music Distribution and its authorized representatives from claims, losses, liabilities and reasonable expenses arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms
• Unauthorized content
• Copyright infringement
• False ownership claims
• Unauthorized samples
• Unauthorized distribution
• Misleading information
• Violation of third-party rights

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, NK MUSIC PRODUCTION and NK Music Distribution shall not be responsible for indirect, incidental, special or consequential losses arising from:

• Third-party platform actions
• Platform outages
• Loss of streams
• Loss of revenue
• Content removal
• Search ranking changes
• Playlist decisions
• Unauthorized use caused by the User
• Copyright disputes arising from User-submitted content
• Events beyond our reasonable control

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under applicable law.

Force Majeure

We shall not be responsible for delays or failure caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:

• Natural disasters
• Government actions
• Network failures
• Platform outages
• Cyber incidents
• Strikes
• Infrastructure failures
• Major technical failures
• Other unforeseen events

Audit and Verification Rights

Where reasonably necessary for rights management, compliance or fraud prevention, NK Music Distribution may request documentation relating to:

• Ownership
• Distribution authorization
• Revenue
• Rights
• Licensing
• Content history
• Artist identity

Users agree to cooperate with reasonable verification requests.

Electronic Acceptance

By:

• Creating an account
• Clicking "I Agree"
• Submitting a release
• Uploading content
• Purchasing a service
• Using the dashboard

you acknowledge that you have read and accepted these Terms, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Electronic acceptance may be treated as acceptance of these Terms.

Changes to Services

We may add, modify, suspend or discontinue features or services where reasonably necessary.

Commercial terms already agreed under a separate written agreement will be handled according to that agreement.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.

The updated version will be published on this page with a revised Last Updated date.

Continued use of our services after an update constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to apply to the extent permitted by law.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with:

• Privacy Policy
• Applicable service terms
• Subscription terms
• Distribution agreements
• Rights agreements
• Other written agreements

constitute the applicable agreement governing the User's use of our services.

If a specific written agreement conflicts with these Terms, the specific written agreement will control to the extent of the conflict.

Assignment

The User may not transfer their rights or obligations under these Terms without appropriate authorization where required.

NK Music Distribution may restructure, transfer or assign operational aspects of its services where reasonably necessary, subject to applicable law and existing contractual obligations.

Survival

Provisions relating to:

• Intellectual property
• Copyright
• Ownership
• Revenue adjustments
• Payment obligations
• Indemnification
• Liability
• Dispute resolution
• Confidentiality

that by their nature should continue after termination shall survive termination to the extent permitted by law.

Dispute Resolution

If a dispute arises, the parties should first attempt to resolve the matter through good-faith communication.

Where the dispute cannot be resolved informally, the matter may be referred to the competent legal forum in accordance with applicable Indian law.

Nothing in this section prevents a party from seeking urgent legal relief where legally available.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by the applicable laws of India.

Subject to applicable law, disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts having jurisdiction over the Company's applicable place of business.

Copyright Notice

All website content belonging to NK Music Distribution, including website design, branding, logos, text, software, graphics and other proprietary materials, may not be copied, reproduced, modified or commercially exploited without appropriate authorization.

Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms, distribution, copyright, rights management, Content ID, royalties or account-related matters:

Acceptance

By using the NK Music Distribution website, creating an account, uploading content, submitting a release, purchasing a service or using our dashboard, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.