Effective Date: March 1, 2026
1.1. Revenue is generated when YouTube's Content ID system places advertisements on videos containing Tracks from our catalog.
1.2. Content ID detection is AUTOMATIC — based on audio fingerprint comparison. No action is required from you beyond using our music in your videos.
1.3. Optionally, adding an MV-code snippet to your video description accelerates tracking but does NOT affect Content ID detection or revenue.
| Track Type | Partner Rate | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Track | $0.1 / 1,000 views | Track owned by MUSIC VOLUME |
| Community Track | $0.03 / 1,000 views | Track uploaded by another user |
| Referral Bonus | 15% of referred user's earnings | Lifetime, no cap |
2.1. Rates are calculated based on the public view count of the video at the time of quarterly reconciliation.
2.2. "Views" means the total public view count as reported by the YouTube Data API. We do not control or verify YouTube's view counting methodology.
2.3. These rates represent our PAYMENT to you, not the total Content ID revenue generated. Actual Content ID CPM varies by geography, season, advertiser demand, and other factors.
2.4. We reserve the right to adjust rates with 30 days' written notice. Rate changes apply prospectively only (not to already-earned revenue).
3.1. Estimated Payout (shown in dashboard): calculated as views × rate ÷ 1000. This is a PROJECTION based on public data.
3.2. Actual Revenue (from our Content ID partner): the real Content ID revenue reported quarterly by our distribution partner. This may differ from estimates due to:
3.3. Final payouts are based on ACTUAL revenue when available, or estimated rates when actual data has not yet been received.
3.4. WE MAKE NO GUARANTEES REGARDING EARNINGS. The amounts shown as "Estimated" are non-binding projections.
| Quarter | Period | Data Available | Payout Processed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | January – March | End of April | By May 31 |
| Q2 | April – June | End of July | By August 31 |
| Q3 | July – September | End of October | By November 30 |
| Q4 | October – December | End of January | By February 28 |
4.1. Payouts are processed within 60 days of the quarter ending.
4.2. Processing delays may occur due to distribution partner reporting delays, payment processor issues, or required tax documentation.
4.3. We will notify you via dashboard notification if your payout is delayed beyond the expected date.
5.1. Payouts are processed by request only. Users must submit a payout request through the Dashboard. Requests are processed quarterly (January 15, April 15, July 15, October 15).
5.2. Minimum payout thresholds vary by payment method:
5.3. If your balance is below the minimum for your chosen method, it rolls over until the threshold is met.
5.4. Balances below $1.00 are not forfeited — they accumulate indefinitely while your account is active.
5.5. Upon account closure, balances below $1.00 are forfeited after 12 months of inactivity.
6.5. Your Responsibility. You are solely responsible for providing correct payment details. We are not liable for payments sent to incorrect accounts. Incorrectly sent payments may be unrecoverable.
6.6. Method Changes. You may change your payment method at any time. Changes take effect for the next scheduled payout.
7.1. You are solely responsible for reporting and paying all taxes on your earnings.
7.2. We may be required to collect tax documentation before processing payouts:
7.3. We may withhold taxes as required by applicable law (e.g., US withholding tax on payments to non-US persons).
7.4. We will provide annual earnings summaries for your tax reporting purposes.
7.5. This platform does not provide tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional regarding your obligations.
8.1. Each user receives a unique referral link (mv.icu/r/{code}).
8.2. When a new user registers through your referral link and earns revenue, you receive 15% of their Content ID earnings.
8.3. Referral commission is LIFETIME — it continues as long as the referred user earns revenue.
8.4. Referral commission is paid quarterly, alongside your Content ID earnings.
8.5. Self-referrals (creating multiple accounts to refer yourself) are prohibited and will result in account termination.
8.6. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the referral program with 30 days' notice.
9.1. If you upload a Track to the shared catalog, you receive 70% of the Content ID revenue generated by that Track across ALL videos.
9.2. This is paid separately from partner earnings and follows the same quarterly schedule.
9.3. Revenue split:
10.1. If you believe your payout is incorrect, you may submit a dispute within 90 days of the payout date by emailing payouts@mv.icu.
10.2. We will investigate and respond within 30 days.
10.3. We reserve the right to adjust payouts retroactively if:
10.4. Retroactive deductions from future payouts may occur. We will notify you of any adjustments.
11.1. If you terminate your account, pending payouts for already-earned revenue will be processed in the next quarterly cycle, provided the balance meets the minimum threshold.
11.2. If we terminate your account for Terms violation, earned revenue up to the date of violation will be paid. Revenue earned through fraudulent means is forfeited.
11.3. Unclaimed payouts (no valid payment method provided) are held for 12 months. After 12 months, unclaimed balances are forfeited.
12.1. Your relationship with MUSIC VOLUME is that of an independent contractor, not an employee.
12.2. You are not entitled to any employee benefits, insurance, or protections.
12.3. You are responsible for your own business expenses, equipment, and work environment.
Payout inquiries: payouts@mv.icu
General support: support@mv.icu