> ## 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.
# Claim Existing Artist | BeatPass
> Request access to an existing BeatPass producer profile that your account does not control yet.
The **Claim Existing Artist** request is for producers whose music or producer page is already on BeatPass, but whose current account does not control that profile yet.
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## Who Should Use This
Choose this path if:
* You already see your music on BeatPass
* The producer profile is not yet connected to your account
* You need BeatPass to verify ownership or authority before linking it to you
If you are starting from scratch with no existing profile, use [Become a Producer](/help/producer-program/application-types/become-producer) instead.
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## How It Works
When you claim a profile:
1. You search for and select the existing producer profile
2. BeatPass checks whether it is currently available
3. The team reviews your ownership evidence
4. If approved, the profile is linked to your account
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## What You'll Need
Before starting your request, prepare:
| Requirement | Details |
| ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------- |
| **The profile to claim** | You will search for and select it during the request |
| **Link to your beats** | Public URL showing your music and identity |
| **First and last name** | Your real name for review |
| **Your role** | How you relate to the profile |
| **Instagram handle** (optional) | Can help with identity review |
| **Attachments** (optional) | Additional proof of ownership or authority |
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## Step-by-Step Request
### 1. Start the Request
1. Visit [https://open.beatpass.ca/producer-program](https://open.beatpass.ca/producer-program)
2. Click **Apply to Join** (if logged in) or **Apply Now** (if not). This will redirect you to the request selector at [https://open.beatpass.ca/backstage/requests](https://open.beatpass.ca/backstage/requests)
3. Choose **Claim Existing Artist** from the available options
The request selector page heading reads **Join the Producer Program**. The **Claim Existing Artist** option is available to all users regardless of producer status.
### 2. Select the Profile
Search for the producer profile you want to claim.
After selecting a profile, BeatPass checks its current ownership state:
* **Available** - The profile can be claimed
* **Already Claimed** - The profile is already linked to another user
If a profile is already claimed but you believe it should belong to you, use [https://open.beatpass.ca/contact](https://open.beatpass.ca/contact).
### 3. Personal Details
Fill in:
* **First name**
* **Last name**
* **Role**
* **Record label or company (optional)**
### 4. Supporting Materials
Provide:
* **Link to your beats** (required)
* **Instagram handle (optional)**
* **Attachments (optional)**
### 5. Join Community
The form includes a Discord community section. It is optional for claim requests, but useful if you want updates or later verification.
### 6. Agreement
Check both boxes to confirm:
1. You agree to the [Terms of Service](https://open.beatpass.ca/terms) and [Privacy Policy](https://open.beatpass.ca/privacy)
2. You own the rights to the beats you will upload, grant BeatPass a non-exclusive license, and commit to uploading at least 2 beats per month
### 7. Submit
Click **Submit Application** to send the claim for review.
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## Supported Roles
When claiming a profile, the current role selector includes:
* **Artist**
* **Agent**
* **Composer**
* **Label**
* **Manager**
* **Musician**
* **Producer**
* **Publisher**
* **Songwriter**
Choose the role that best describes why you should control the profile.
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## What Happens Next
### Review
BeatPass verifies:
* The profile is actually available to claim
* You are the rightful owner or authorized representative
* Your supporting materials make sense for the claim
### Decision
You will receive an email when the claim is approved or denied.
### After Approval
Once approved:
* The profile is linked to your account
* You can manage that profile from your producer tools
* You can edit and upload against that profile going forward
See [After Approval](/help/producer-program/after-approval) for the next steps.
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## What If the Profile Is Already Claimed?
If you see **Already Claimed** when selecting a profile:
1. The profile is already owned by another user
2. The normal claim flow stops there
3. If you believe the ownership is wrong, use [https://open.beatpass.ca/contact](https://open.beatpass.ca/contact)
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## Common Questions
Try alternate spellings or shorter versions of the name. If you still cannot find it, the profile may not exist yet, in which case you should use **Become a Producer** instead.
This request flow is built around claiming one profile at a time. If you have a more complex ownership situation, contact support before submitting duplicate requests.
The existing profile stays in place. Approval gives your account the ability to manage it from BeatPass.
Provide links showing you control the music and any documents or screenshots that support your claim.
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## Related
Review the full application checklist.
See what to do once the profile is linked to your account.