Welcome to the SongProof.com FAQ. Here, we’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions to help you better understand our services and how we protect your creative work. If you need further assistance, our support team is just a message away.
SongProof is a platform that provides timestamped proof of authorship for your musical works. By uploading your files, you generate cryptographic evidence on the Bitcoin and Polygon blockchains showing when your song existed and who it belonged to.
No. SongProof does not replace legal copyright registration. It provides an additional, verifiable layer of proof. We recommend SongProof alongside registration with your country’s copyright office for maximum protection.
Yes, blockchain timestamps are accepted as evidence in many jurisdictions. SongProof generates court-admissible proof showing who created what and when. Always consult legal counsel for local specifics.
Yes, SongProof stores your original files securely in a private vault linked to your account. These files are never shared publicly or accessed without your permission. While a cryptographic fingerprint is created and timestamped on the blockchain, the original file remains safely stored in your vault for your future reference.
Your proof is timestamped on the Polygon blockchain instantly, and on Bitcoin within a few hours (depending on network congestion).
You can delete your proof entry from your dashboard, but the blockchain record remains. We suggest double-checking before submitting.
We offer a free tier to test the service with all the features of a paid plan.
Yes. SongProof provides a downloadable certificate with timestamps and metadata, which can support your claim in legal or business matters.
Absolutely. Your SongProof certificate and verification link can be shared on your artist website, press kit, or contract negotiations.
Yes. When uploading, you can list all contributors. Just make sure all co-creators agree and are informed.
Yes. SongProof is a global platform accessible from any country.
Our team is here for you. Email info@songproof.com
Yes! SongProof makes collaboration simple. You can invite co-writers directly from your account so all contributors are documented in the proof of ownership. Each co-writer’s details are securely time-stamped on the blockchain alongside the work.
SongProof provides strong, court-admissible evidence of ownership, but it’s an additional layer of protection — not a replacement for official copyright registration in your country. We recommend pairing SongProof with your local copyright office registration for maximum protection.
A smart contract is a self-executing agreement stored securely on the blockchain. Once its terms are set, it automatically enforces them without the need for manual intervention or third-party oversight. In the case of SongProof, we use smart contracts to record and lock in co-collaborators’ percentage splits — also known as a “Split Sheet.” This ensures that each contributor’s agreed share of ownership is permanently documented, transparent to all parties, and tamper-proof. Furthermore, SongProof timestamps this agreement or Split Sheet on the Bitcoin blockchain, creating irrefutable proof of ownership that is both time-stamped and globally verifiable. This additional layer of security means your agreement is not only recorded but anchored to the most secure and recognized blockchain in the world. By combining smart contracts with Bitcoin timestamping, SongProof removes ambiguity, prevents disputes, and provides an immutable record that can be relied upon for royalty distribution, licensing, and legal protection.
A takedown request is a formal notice to remove unauthorized content (e.g., from YouTube or Spotify) that infringes on your copyright. With SongProof, you have verifiable evidence that you created the work first — making your takedown requests stronger and more likely to be honored.
Yes. While SongProof doesn’t provide legal services directly, we maintain a vetted list of music and IP lawyers in multiple countries. We can connect you with professionals experienced in defending music ownership rights. Please Contact us for more details.
You can protect each song idea in real time. Before leaving the camp, you and your co-writers can upload and time-stamp your tracks or lyric sheets to avoid disputes later. SongProof ensures everyone’s contribution is documented.
SongProof itself doesn’t collect royalties. You’ll need to register your songs with a Performing Rights Organization (PRO) like SOCAN, ASCAP, or BMI, and possibly with digital distributors or publishers, to ensure you’re paid when your music is streamed, performed, or licensed.
A Performing Rights Organization (PRO) collects and distributes royalties for public performances of your music. Yes — even with SongProof, you must register with a PRO to ensure you receive your performance royalties.
SongProof recognizes the role of artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool in music creation. While it can assist artists in creating music, the User is required to be a human creator who warrants that the uploaded content has been created primarily by them or by the listed owners in the splitsheet. While AI can enhance music creation, it should not be used to impersonate other artists without their consent. It is the User’s responsibility to ensure that their use of AI tools does not infringe on a third party’s copyright or ownership rights. Any use of AI tools in your content should adhere to these Terms and respect artists’ rights and content.
Educators can integrate SongProof into music, copyright, and creative writing, music business law courses to teach students about protecting intellectual property. We offer special programs and discounts for educational institutions. Contact us for details.
We’re actively building partnerships with distributors, publishers, and other music industry services. Stay tuned for announcements as we expand our network.
Yes. We offer volume-based pricing and custom packages for labels, publishers, and other organizations managing multiple artists. Get in touch with our sales team to discuss options.