About Catalog Licenses
Jamendo boasts a Licensign Catalog of more than 220.000 royalty-free tracks for your projects. We offer different licenses types and your choice will defined by the broadcast scope of your project.
Royalty-free music isn't free.
The term "royalty-free" in music signifies that, although you must purchase a license to use the music, there are no ongoing royalty fees required after that purchase.
Catalog License Types
Find out which License Type is the right one for you.
At Jamendo Licensing, we currently offer the following license types:
The Online License from Jamendo Licensing is ideal for online content creators and small businesses looking to legally use music in digital projects.
Here are your rights with the Standard License:
- Adapt the track for your project: You can cut the music, loop parts, adjust volume, or add fade-ins and fade-outs.
- Use in online content: You’re free to synchronize one track with one video or audio project and publish it on websites, social media platforms, YouTube, podcasts, and other digital channels.
- Commercial and professional use: The license covers commercial, professional, and corporate video and audio content published online.
However, the Standard License does not cover:
- Broadcast use (TV, cinema, radio, or public performance)
- Use in video games or mobile applications
- Physical distribution (e.g., DVDs or other media formats)
If your project falls into any of these categories, you’ll need an upgraded license.
The National License is perfect for those needing more extensive rights while keeping their content distribution national in scope.
Here's what it includes:
- All Standard License rights, such as adapting the track (cutting, looping, volume adjustments) and synchronizing it with a single piece of online content.
- Use in national radio: You can synchronize the track with audio content for radio broadcast within one country.
- Mobile apps (national use): The track can be used in a mobile app that’s accessible or downloadable only within the country.
- Public performance and broadcast (national scope only): You can use the track in content that is performed or broadcast publicly, as long as it remains within national borders.
However, the National License does not allow:
- Use in international radio, apps, or public broadcasts
- Broadcast on TV, cinema, or video streaming platforms
- Use in physical distribution like DVDs or other media
If your project involves international reach or any of the restricted uses listed above, an upgraded license will be required
The National Full License is an excellent option for projects that require broad media usage rights within a single country. It includes all the permissions of the National License, along with additional broadcast rights that make it suitable for high-visibility commercial content.
Here’s what you’re allowed to do with a National Full License:
- All National License rights: Adapt the track (cutting, looping, volume changes), and synchronize it with a single online video or audio project, national radio broadcasts, national mobile apps or video games, and public performances—within your country only.
- National TV use: Synchronize the track with video content for national television.
- National cinema use: Use the track in films shown in movie theaters within the country.
- National streaming platforms: Use the track in content streamed on national video platforms.
However, the National Full License does not allow:
- International use in any form (radio, apps, broadcasts, or streaming)
- Distribution of projects on physical media
- Use in global streaming services or international broadcasts
If your project involves any international exposure or distribution, you’ll need to upgrade to a broader license type.
The International License is designed for companies and creators with international ambitions, offering extensive global usage rights for audio-based and interactive content.
Here’s what you can do with an International License:
- Adapt and synchronize the track: You may cut, loop, and adjust the volume to fit your project, though you cannot remix the track or add lyrics.
- Use in online content: Synchronize one track with one piece of video or audio content published online.
- International audio broadcast: Use the track in radio broadcasts across any country.
- Mobile apps and video games: Synchronize the track with apps or games that are available and used internationally.
- Public performance and broadcast: Use the track in content that is broadcast or performed publicly around the world.
However, the International License does not cover:
- Use in TV broadcasts (national or international)
- Use in cinema (national or international)
- Use in video streaming platforms
- Distribution of content on physical media (e.g. DVDs, USBs)
If your project includes TV, cinema, streaming, or physical distribution, you’ll need to upgrade to a more comprehensive license.
The International Full License is Jamendo Licensing’s most extensive option, offering global coverage for both audio and video projects across virtually all major media platforms. It’s ideal for large-scale commercial campaigns, international media distribution, and global brand visibility.
Here’s what’s included:
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All rights granted under the International Full License:
Modify the track (cutting, looping, volume adjustments) for synchronization with a single video or audio project, use in international radio, mobile apps, video games, and public performances around the world. -
Expanded rights for global video use:
- Synchronize the track with video content for international TV broadcasts
- Use in films for international cinema release
- Synchronize with content on international video streaming platforms
Exclusions:
- This license does not allow distribution of projects on physical media (e.g. CDs, DVDs, USBs)
- Any synchronization not explicitly listed above would require a custom or upgraded license
The Enterprise Full License ensures you’re covered for nearly all digital and broadcast uses on a global scale. For anything beyond what’s included, especially physical distribution or highly specific use cases—feel free to contact our Sales Team via the Jamendo Licensing website.
Catalog Licenses Terms
While each license type is governed by distinct terms and conditions, certain provisions are universally applicable across all license types:
One Catalog License grants the rights of synchronization of one track |
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One Catalog license allows the synchronization of one track with one project |
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The Catalog license grants the right of reproduction and communication to the public |
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The Catalog license is perpetual |
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The Catalog license is non-exclusive |
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The Catalog license is transferable |
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The Catalog license cannot be sub-licensed |
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The Catalog license can be upgraded |
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Pricing & Subscription Plans
Your licensing needs, number of projects, and the extent of your project broadcasts will determine the type of license required and its pricing. For the most up-to-date pricing details, please check our website.
We currently offer Individual Licenses and a Catalog Subscription Plan.