When using music from Epidemic Sound as background music in your videos, you may occasionally receive Content ID claims from YouTube if the video is uploaded there.
Content ID Claims Issues
Content ID claims can result in the following issues:
Blocking the video from being viewed
Monetizing the video by running ads, sometimes with revenue shared with the claimant
Tracking viewership statistics on the content
For more details about Content ID and how it works, visit YouTube's Content ID support documentation.
Step 0: Get License (Prepare the Material)
Search for the name of the music on Epidemic Sound and obtain your license or subscription proof.
Step 1: Find Claim
Go to YouTube, choose the video with a "Content ID claim", and click "See Details".
Step 2: Start Dispute Process
Click Select Action, and a menu will appear
Under "Do you have rights to this content?", click Dispute
Tick "My dispute isn't based on any of the reasons above. I would still like to dispute this Content ID claim"
Then, click Continue
Remember that the following are NOT valid reasons to dispute a Content ID claim:
I own a copy of the song or video
I'm not making money from my video
I gave credit to the copyright owner
Step 3: Permissions
Tick License: "I have permission or a license to use the content claimed in my video"
Click Continue.
Tick the license box: "I have permission to use the content from the copyright owner."
Step 4: Dispute Text Based on Your License Type
Option A: If you're using Epidemic Sound Partnership Subscription
Use this exact text in your dispute:
"I have a license or permission from the copyright holder to use the material. I am a partner of the Yoola media network."
This text will typically result in the claim being removed quickly.
Option B: If you're using Other Music Platforms
If you have a subscription or permission from another music platform (not Epidemic Sound partnership), follow the standard process:
Copy and paste the license from your subscription agreement
Include proof of your rights from the music platform (license certificate, email confirmation, etc.)
Important notes:
Not all licenses are the same. If you have a license, make sure you understand the terms of your agreement. For example, some licenses allow you to include a song in your video, but don't permit you to monetize it.
If you received permission directly from the artist or copyright owner, get written confirmation. You can provide a copy of your license agreement or token for the copyright owner's review.
Look for any country-specific or usage restrictions. Some licenses restrict where or how you can use the song. If your video is blocked in some countries, make sure you have the appropriate territorial rights before you dispute the claim.
Step 5: Submit
Enter your full name in the Signature box and click Submit.
Important
Once you submit the dispute, the claim will be reviewed within 96 hours at most. If you used the Yoola media network partnership text (Option A), it typically resolves faster.