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Songcards Platform Terms of Service

1. Definitions

  • "Songcards" or "the Platform" refers to the Songcards mobile applications (iOS and Android) and web platform operated by Songcards Ltd ("we," "us," or "our").
  • "Artist" refers to any user who uploads musical content, artwork, or related materials to the Platform for distribution and sale.
  • "Collector" refers to end-users who purchase content through the Platform.
  • "Content" refers to any music, artwork, metadata, or other materials uploaded to the Platform.
  • "Platform Partners" refers to Apple Inc., Google LLC, and Stripe, who process payments on our behalf.

2. Content License and Rights

2.1 Artist Authorization

By uploading Content to Songcards, Artists explicitly:

  • Warrant they own or have secured all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to distribute the Content through the Platform and all associated mobile applications
  • Grant Songcards and our Platform Partners a non-exclusive, worldwide license to store, display, distribute, and sell the Content through our mobile and web platforms
  • Confirm they have all required rights to any third-party content included in their uploads (including musical compositions, samples, artwork, etc.)
  • Authorize Songcards to make the Content available for purchase and download by Collectors through all supported platforms and payment systems

2.2 Representation and Warranties

Artists represent and warrant that:

  • They are the sole owner of the Content or have obtained all necessary rights from any and all co-owners, publishers, and third parties
  • Their Content does not infringe upon any third party's intellectual property rights
  • They have the full right and authority to enter into this agreement
  • All information provided about the Content is accurate and complete
  • They have the right to distribute the Content through all Platform Partners' services

3. Content Distribution

3.1 Platform Rights

Songcards and its Platform Partners are authorized to:

  • Display and distribute the Content through our mobile applications and web platform
  • Process payments for Content sales through approved payment systems
  • Store and deliver Content to authorized Collectors
  • Use Content metadata and artwork for promotional purposes within the Platform and associated app stores

3.2 Collector Rights

Collectors who purchase Content receive:

  • A non-exclusive, non-transferable license for personal use only
  • The right to download and play the Content on personal devices
  • Access to purchased Content through their Songcards account across all supported platforms

4. Commercial Terms

4.1 Revenue Share

Artists receive 90% of net revenue after applicable platform and payment processing fees:

  • Web Platform (Stripe): Revenue calculation after Stripe's processing fees
  • iOS App (Apple): Revenue calculation after Apple's standard commission
  • Android App (Google Play): Revenue calculation after Google Play's standard commission

4.2 Payment Processing

Each platform uses its required payment system:

  • iOS App: Apple's In-App Purchase system exclusively
  • Android App: Google Play's In-App Billing system exclusively
  • Web Platform: Stripe payment processing
  • Each system's standard fees and terms apply to respective purchases

4.3 Platform-Specific Terms

Apple In-App Purchases

  • All digital content purchases within the iOS app use Apple's In-App Purchase system
  • Apple's standard commission applies
  • Content purchased through Apple is subject to Apple's standard terms

Google Play In-App Billing

  • All digital content purchases within the Android app use Google Play's In-App Billing
  • Google Play's standard commission applies
  • Content purchased through Google Play is subject to Google Play's standard terms

Web Platform Purchases

  • Processed through Stripe
  • Subject to Stripe's standard processing fees
  • Fees viewable at: https://stripe.com/gb/pricing

5. Content Removal and Termination

5.1 Artist Withdrawal

  • Artists may request Content removal through our platform
  • Upon removal, Content will be delisted from all platforms
  • Previously purchased Content remains accessible to Collectors
  • Removal doesn't affect prior sales or earned revenue

5.2 Platform Rights

Songcards reserves the right to:

  • Remove Content that violates these terms or Platform Partners' policies
  • Suspend or terminate accounts for terms violations
  • Modify these terms with notice to users

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Rights Ownership

  • Artists retain all ownership rights to their original Content
  • Songcards claims no ownership over Artist Content
  • Platform's branding, design, and features remain property of Songcards
  • Platform Partners retain their respective intellectual property rights

6.2 Prohibited Content

Users may not upload:

  • Content they don't have rights to distribute
  • Content containing unauthorized third-party intellectual property
  • Content that violates any applicable laws, regulations, or Platform Partners' policies

7. Personal Use License

7.1 License Limitations

  • Content purchases are for personal, non-commercial use only
  • This is not a commercial licensing platform
  • No public performance or commercial rights are granted
  • Resale or redistribution of Content is prohibited

8. Cross-Platform Access

8.1 Content Availability

  • Collectors can access purchased Content across all supported platforms
  • Purchase history and content rights are maintained across platforms
  • Platform-specific restrictions apply to purchasing methods only

8.2 Platform Restrictions

  • iOS purchases must occur through Apple's In-App Purchase system
  • Android purchases must occur through Google Play's In-App Billing
  • Web purchases occur through Stripe
  • Content access is not restricted by purchase location

9. Updates and Modifications

  • These terms may be updated periodically
  • Changes will be posted on the Platform
  • Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of modified terms
  • Platform Partner terms may change independently of these terms

10. Compliance with Platform Policies

10.1 iOS App Store Compliance

  • Songcards iOS app complies with all Apple App Store Guidelines
  • All digital content transactions in iOS use Apple's In-App Purchase system
  • No alternative payment systems are offered in the iOS app

10.2 Google Play Store Compliance

  • Songcards Android app complies with all Google Play Store Policies
  • All digital content transactions in Android use Google Play's In-App Billing
  • No alternative payment systems are offered in the Android app

10.3 Web Platform Compliance

  • Web platform follows all applicable e-commerce regulations
  • Stripe payment processing complies with relevant financial regulations

11. Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom, subject to applicable Platform Partner terms and conditions in their respective jurisdictions.