Fake Engagement

We don't allow activities that artificially increase metrics such as likes, followers, or plays. This includes:

• Purchasing or selling likes, comments, or followers
• Using automated systems to artificially inflate engagement metrics
• Coordinated efforts to artificially increase engagement
• Creating fake accounts to boost engagement

Impersonation

Creating an account that pretends to be another person or established music brand is not allowed. This includes:

• Pretending to be another artist, band, or music label
• Using another person's profile picture or content without permission
• Creating accounts with confusingly similar names to established artists
• Falsely claiming to be officially affiliated with artists or music labels

Spam & Scams

We prohibit content that's primarily intended to spam users or trick them into taking harmful actions. This includes:

• Mass, undirected comments or messages
• Misleading descriptions, thumbnails, or titles to increase views
• Links to phishing sites or malware
• Fraudulent offers or promotions
• Content that promises unrealistic results or outcomes

Child Safety

We have zero tolerance for content that endangers children. We will remove content and report to authorities when we become aware of child exploitation. Prohibited content includes:

• Any sexual content featuring minors
• Content that sexualizes minors, even if not explicit
• Content that endangers the emotional and physical well-being of minors
• Revealing personally identifiable information of minors without permission

Inappropriate Content & Age Restrictions

Some content may not be appropriate for all audiences. The following content may be age-restricted:

• Vulgar or profane language
• Sexually suggestive content
• Discussions of mature topics
• Content featuring alcohol, tobacco, or regulated substances

We may age-restrict this content rather than remove it entirely, making it only available to users 18 and older.

Suicide & Self-Harm

While Songtake encourages authentic artistic expression, including discussions about mental health, we don't allow content that promotes or glorifies suicide or self-harm. We will remove:

• Content that promotes, encourages, or provides instructions for suicide or self-harm
• Content that glorifies acts of self-harm
• Challenges or dares that encourage dangerous activities that could lead to harm

We do allow content that discusses these topics in educational, documentary, or artistic contexts, particularly when aimed at awareness and prevention.

Harassment & Cyberbullying

We don't allow content that harasses, threatens, or bullies individuals. This includes:

• Personal attacks, insults, or humiliation
• Content that encourages harassment of others
• Doxing (sharing personal information without consent)
• Encouraging coordinated harassment campaigns
• Maliciously targeting individuals based on protected attributes

Hate Speech

We don't allow content that promotes hatred against individuals or groups based on attributes such as:

• Race or ethnic origin
• Religion
• Disability
• Gender or gender identity
• Age
• Veteran status
• Sexual orientation

Music that discusses these topics in educational, documentary, or artistic contexts may be allowed, but content primarily intended to attack or demean will be removed.

Violent & Graphic Content

We don't allow content that's primarily intended to be shocking, sensational, or gratuitously violent. This includes:

• Graphic depictions of violence without appropriate context
• Content that glorifies or promotes violent acts
• Footage of real-world tragedies without educational or documentary context
• Incitement to violence against individuals or groups

Respecting Others' Work

Songtake is committed to protecting copyright and intellectual property rights. We don't allow unauthorized use of copyrighted content, including:

• Uploading music created by others without proper permission or licensing
• Sampling or remixing other artists' work without appropriate rights
• Using trademarked content without authorization
• Providing instructions for circumventing technical copyright protections
• Using backing tracks, loops, or beats without proper licensing
• Uploading cover versions without mechanical licensing when required

For more information about copyright issues, please see our DMCA Policy.

Musical Collaborations

We recognize that music is often collaborative. When collaborating with others on Songtake:

• Be clear about rights ownership before starting collaborative projects
• Obtain explicit permission before remixing or adding to another user's work
• Respect attribution preferences of all contributors
• Do not claim sole ownership of collaboratively created works
• Consider documenting collaboration agreements for significant projects

While Songtake provides tools for collaboration, we cannot mediate rights disputes between collaborators. Clear communication about rights and expectations is the best way to avoid misunderstandings.

Fair Use

We recognize that in some cases, limited use of copyrighted material without permission may be permitted under fair use principles, especially for purposes such as:

• Commentary
• Criticism
• Education
• Parody

Fair use is determined on a case-by-case basis, considering factors such as the purpose of use, the amount used, and the effect on the potential market for the copyrighted work.

In the context of music creation, fair use has specific limitations. For example:

• Short samples may qualify for fair use in certain contexts, but sampling entire hooks or significant portions typically requires licensing
• Creating cover versions typically requires mechanical licensing, regardless of fair use principles
• Educational content about music theory or technique may have stronger fair use claims than purely entertainment content

Harmful Misinformation

We don't allow content that could cause harm by spreading misinformation, especially in these sensitive areas:

• Health and medical misinformation that contradicts established expert consensus
• Content that promotes dangerous remedies, cures, or treatments
• Election integrity and voting misinformation
• Content that promotes conspiracy theories that target vulnerable groups

Content Removal

We will remove content that violates our guidelines. When we do, we'll notify the content creator and explain which policy was violated.

Strikes System

Our strikes system helps users understand when they've violated our policies and how the violation impacts their account:

• First Violation: Warning with no penalty (in most cases)
• Strike 1: Temporary restrictions on certain features for 1 week
• Strike 2: Temporary restrictions on certain features for 2 weeks
• Strike 3: Channel termination (within a 90-day period)

Strikes expire 90 days from the date they were issued. However, severe violations may result in immediate channel termination without prior strikes.

Age Restrictions

Content that doesn't violate our Community Guidelines but may not be appropriate for all audiences might be age-restricted. Age-restricted content is not visible to users under 18 years of age or to users who are not logged in.