Music Licensing Terms

All music available on Orange Hat Music is provided under specific licensing terms outlined below.

We believe in making our music accessible for everyone, but we also respect the rights of artists and creators. By using our platform, you agree to adhere to these licensing terms. These terms apply to all users, including individuals, organizations, and businesses. If you have any questions or need clarification on any of the terms, please contact us. Commercial use is available upon request.

These terms govern how you may use the music you access from our platform. Please read carefully to ensure your usage complies with our licensing terms.

Permitted Uses:

• Personal listening enjoyment
• Private playback in non-commercial settings
• Personal events such as weddings, parties, birthdays, and private family gatherings
• Personal media collections
• Sharing with immediate family members within your household
• Non-monetized personal streams, videos, podcasts, and indie games (with proper attribution)

Restrictions:

• You may not use the music in any content that generates revenue
• You may not include the music in:
  • Monetized videos (including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, etc.)
  • Commercial games or applications
  • Podcasts with sponsorships or advertisements
  • Commercial products of any kind
  • Commercial events or venues
• You may not redistribute the music publicly or to large groups outside your immediate household
• You may not claim ownership or authorship of the music and/or lyrics
• You may not sell copies of the music in any format
• You may not host the music online or provide public download links

We provide special licensing terms for qualified organizations:

Eligible Organizations:

• Registered religious organizations (churches, temples, etc.)
• Registered charitable organizations
• 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations (or equivalent in other countries)

Extended Rights:

Qualified organizations may use Orange Hat Music content in:

• Promotional materials and advertising
• Worship services and religious ceremonies
• Fundraising events (where proceeds go to the organization)
• Educational programs and presentations
• Social media content related to the organization's mission

For all commercial uses, a separate commercial license must be obtained.

Commercial Uses Include:

• Monetized content creation
• Advertising and marketing materials
• Commercial products or services
• Broadcast media
• Commercial performances
• Commercial games, software, or applications
• Any use that generates revenue directly or indirectly

Commercial License Options:

• Standard Commercial License - Single use for specific project
• Extended Commercial License - Multiple uses across projects
• Enterprise License - Organizational-wide usage rights

All music compositions and recordings available on Orange Hat Music remain the intellectual property of Orange Hat Music (orangehatmusic.com) and its respective artists. The licenses granted herein do not transfer ownership of any intellectual property rights.

Orange Hat Music reserves the right to modify these licensing terms at any time. Any modifications will be effective immediately upon posting to this page.

Unauthorized use of music in violation of these licensing terms may result in takedown requests or legal action, including but not limited to claims for copyright infringement, injunctive relief, and monetary damages.