YouTube Content ID: What You Need to Know

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  2. The Basics
  3. Library Distribution
  4. YouTube Content ID: What You Need to Know

What is YouTube Content ID?

  • YouTube Content ID is a tool YouTube uses to find and manage copyrighted music.
  • It scans videos for registered tracks to make sure everything is legal.

Key Rules:

  • One Registration Only: A track can only be registered with YouTube Content ID by one entity. That Pitch must handle the registration for any tracks you upload to avoid conflicts.
  • No Pre-Registration: Do not register your tracks with YouTube Content ID before uploading them to That Pitch. This ensures everything goes smoothly for licensing.

If Your Track is Already Registered:

  • If your track is already registered with YouTube Content ID, you need to remove it.
  • How to Remove:
    • Email the support team of your distributor or YouTube Content ID company.
    • Use this in the subject line:

      "Request for Removal of YouTube Content ID Registration - [Song Title] by [Artist Name]."

    • Use this in the body: 

      "Dear [Distributor/YouTube Content ID Company Support],

      I hope this message finds you well.

      I am writing to request the removal of YouTube Content ID registration for my song, "[Song Title]" by [Artist Name]. This track is currently registered with YouTube Content ID, and I need it to be removed promptly.

      Here are the details of the track:
      - Song Title: [Song Title]
      - Artist Name: [Artist Name]

      This removal is required for compliance with my music distribution platform, That Pitch, which necessitates that tracks are not registered with YouTube Content ID to ensure smooth licensing processes.

      Please confirm once the YouTube Content ID registration has been removed. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

      Best regards,

      [Your Name]  
      [Your Contact Information]"

Why This Matters:

  • If you don't follow these guidelines, your track could cause legal issues for the libraries and their customers.
  • This could get you blacklisted in the music licensing industry, hurting your chances for future opportunities.

Next Steps:

  • Wait for confirmation that the track has been removed from YouTube Content ID.
  • Once confirmed, your track will be in compliance and ready for distribution through That Pitch.

By following these instructions, you ensure your music can be used legally and without problems by the libraries that work with That Pitch.