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    • Editing
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    • Merchandise
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    • Glossary
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Using music in your podcast

You can use music in your podcast if:

  • It’s the public domain (and be absolutely sure, since penalties are harsh) or

  • It has a (CC) license that’s compatible with your use, or

  • That you otherwise have an explicit license(s) or permission to use

Because of the way podcasts and music rights work — podcasts requires the same licenses one would need to reproduce and distribute a CD — in practical terms this means you're limited to:

  • Public domain music

  • CC-licensed music (with a license compatible with your use)

  • Royalty-free music

Copyright and Fair Use

Confusion around "fair use" is a constant. Here are resources to help you understand if your use of copyrighted materials may fall under U.S. copyright law "fair use" exemptions.

Copyright

Fair Use

Fair use isn’t a right, but a legal defense.

Resources

For editor

by Columbia University Libraries []

Creative Commons
Why Can’t Music Be Played in Podcasts?
The Fair Use App: An Interactive Guide for Filmmakers and Video Creators
Fair Use Checklist
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