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License checklist — before you ship
Print or duplicate this list for each project (game jam, YouTube video, Bandcamp single, school assignment).
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Project: _____ Date: _________
Samples & music
- Every sample/track has a saved license (screenshot or PDF) from the official library site
- Attribution text written for credits / description (if CC or required)
- No “royalty-free” packs from random marketplaces without license URL
- AI-generated music/voice: read vendor terms for commercial use (ai-audio guide)
Software
- DAW and plugins installed from vendor domains in production guide
- Student licenses purchased on official edu stores (edu-pricing)
Video & podcast
- Music cleared for this platform (YouTube ≠ TikTok ≠ film festival)
- Captions or transcript planned (accessibility)
Game
- SFX license allows distribution (check OpenGameArt / Freesound per file)
- Middleware (FMOD/Wwise) use matches vendor FAQ for your release type
Release
- DistroKid / Bandcamp / itch terms read on official site
- No uncleared cover songs or trademarked stings
Red flags: Telegram “full DAW,” crypto-only plugins, no license page → audio-scams.md