> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.beatpass.ca/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Frequently Asked Questions

> Find answers to the most common questions about BeatPass — downloads, licensing, billing, producing, and more.

Find answers to the most common questions about BeatPass. Select a topic below or use the search bar to find what you need.

## Browse by Topic

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  <Card title="Downloads & Licensing" icon="download" href="/help/downloads-and-licensing/faq">
    License types, download eligibility, certificates, and usage rules.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Billing & Payments" icon="credit-card" href="/help/billing/faq">
    Subscriptions, payment methods, invoices, plan changes, and platform fees.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Analytics" icon="chart-bar" href="/help/analytics/reference/faq">
    Understanding metrics, data freshness, and producer analytics pages.
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## Quick Answers

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  <Accordion title="Is BeatPass free to use?">
    Yes. You can browse and listen with a free account. Licensed downloads require a paid subscription.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I keep my licenses if I cancel?">
    Yes. Licenses obtained while subscribed remain valid after cancellation.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do producers earn money?">
    Producers earn through subscription-based contribution payouts and through direct sales such as exclusive purchases. See [Earnings](/help/earnings/index).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What files do I get when I download?">
    The exact files depend on the track and license flow. BeatPass's standard subscription downloads should not be treated as a guaranteed fixed bundle for every track.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I use beats on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube?">
    BeatPass licenses cover many release scenarios, but the exact permissions depend on the license type. Standard subscription licensing still has restrictions such as attribution requirements and no Content ID registration. See [Releasing Music](/help/downloads-and-licensing/releasing-music).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do I become a producer on BeatPass?">
    Use the Producer Program flow. BeatPass currently supports becoming a producer, claiming an existing profile, or requesting verification. See [Producer Program](/help/producer-program/index).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What is the platform fee?">
    A `12% + $3.00 flat` fee is currently added on top of eligible BeatPass checkouts. For exclusive purchases, the producer keeps 100% of the listed price. See [Platform Fee](/help/billing/platform-fee).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I collaborate with other producers?">
    Yes. BeatPass supports credited collaborators on tracks. See [Collaborations](/help/uploading/collaborations).
  </Accordion>
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## Subscription beat platform questions

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  <Accordion title="What should I check before using any beat subscription platform?" icon="list-check" defaultOpen>
    Check the license scope, cancellation terms, proof of license, Content ID rules, exclusive upgrade path, producer ownership terms, payout transparency, AI policy, and dispute process. See the [BeatPass Trust Stack](/help/getting-started/beatpass-trust-stack) for how these systems connect.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Does unlimited downloading mean unlimited rights?" icon="infinity">
    No. Access to eligible downloads does not remove license terms, project limits, restrictions, or proof requirements.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Are BeatPass licenses still valid after cancellation?" icon="file-lines">
    Eligible licenses issued during an active paid plan remain valid under their terms after cancellation. Cancellation stops future subscription access, not an already issued valid license.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I register a BeatPass subscription beat in Content ID?" icon="shield-halved">
    No. Content ID registration is not allowed under the standard non-exclusive subscription license. Content ID requires an eligible exclusive license.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do producers keep ownership on BeatPass?" icon="music">
    Yes. Producers keep ownership while authorising BeatPass to host, license, issue certificates, verify, moderate, and support eligible beats under the platform terms.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Is BeatPass paid per play?" icon="chart-line">
    Not as a fixed per-play rate. BeatPass uses a contribution formula based on recency, plays, and collaborator count to determine subscription payout share.
  </Accordion>
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## Didn't Find Your Answer?

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  <Card title="Search Help Center" icon="magnifying-glass" href="/help/index">
    Browse the full Help Center for detailed guides.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Contact Support" icon="headset" href="/help/contact-support/index">
    Reach the support team directly.
  </Card>

  <Card title="License Certificates" icon="file-lines" href="/help/downloads-and-licensing/license-certificates">
    Find proof for an eligible licensed download.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Contribution Formula" icon="calculator" href="/help/earnings/contribution-system/formula">
    See what determines subscription payout share.
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