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Legal, Copyright & Usage (Voclr.it)

Effective date: 13 January 2026

This page explains how Voclr.it works, what you may (and may not) do with content found on Voclr.it, and how takedowns,
disputes, and subscriptions are handled.

Important: This page is provided for general information and platform guidance only and is not legal advice.
If you intend to release music using any vocal, sample, or copyrighted material, obtain professional legal advice and/or clearance
from the relevant rights holders.

Read the full guide:

Acapellas, Sampling, and Copyright in 2026: What Producers Need to Know

1) What Voclr.it Is (and Isn’t)

Voclr.it is a platform built to help producers and DJs discover, organise, and work with studio-quality acapellas
efficiently (search, filtering, metadata, and workflow tooling).

Voclr.it is not a legal licensing marketplace for third-party copyrighted vocals, and access to content on Voclr.it
does not mean you have permission to commercially exploit that content.

2) Copyright Basics: The Legal Reality of Acapellas

An acapella recording (including an isolated vocal) is still a copyrighted work. The underlying rights typically belong to
the original rights holders (for example: artist, label, publisher, and/or other parties).

In many jurisdictions, acapellas may be used for research, education, and private study, but
public release or monetisation generally requires explicit clearance from the rights holder(s).

Plain English: If you release a track using someone else’s vocals, you must have permission.

3) Permitted Use (Research, Education, Private Practice)

You may use Voclr.it content for legitimate non-commercial activities such as:

Studying vocal structure, phrasing, and songwriting patterns
Practicing mixing, EQ, compression, and spatial effects
Testing arrangement ideas, edits, and remix technique privately
DJ preparation and personal practice (non-monetised)

These permitted uses are intended to remain private and non-commercial. If you are unsure whether your use is
“non-commercial”, treat it as commercial and seek clearance.

4) Prohibited Use (Without Clearance)

Unless you have obtained all necessary permissions from the relevant rights holder(s), you must not use any
third-party copyrighted vocal/acapella from Voclr.it in:

Public releases (Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport, Bandcamp, etc.)
Any monetised upload (YouTube monetisation, Content ID, SoundCloud monetisation, etc.)
Label submissions, sync libraries, ads, film/TV/games, or client work
NFTs, paid downloads, paid sample packs, or any commercial distribution
Any context implying “cleared”, “royalty-free”, or “licensed” when it is not

This applies even if the vocal is chopped, time-stretched, pitch-shifted, re-sung over, heavily processed, or “unrecognisable”.
Transforming audio does not automatically remove copyright obligations.

5) Clearance & Responsibility (If You Intend to Release)

If you plan to release or monetise a track containing any third-party vocal/acapella (in whole or part), you are responsible for:

Identifying the correct rights holder(s)
Requesting and obtaining written permission (licence/clearance)
Complying with any crediting, royalty, and contractual requirements
Keeping records of permissions granted

Voclr.it does not provide clearance on your behalf and cannot grant you permission to commercially exploit third-party copyrighted works.

6) Ownership, Credits, and Metadata

Voclr.it does not claim ownership over third-party copyrighted recordings. All trademarks, artist names, and copyrights remain the property
of their respective owners.

Voclr.it may display attribution indicators (for example in titles, descriptions, or page details) to assist research. However, attribution
can be incomplete or incorrect. You are responsible for verifying any ownership details you rely on.

Metadata disclaimer: Voclr.it uses aggregated sources and community input to generate and improve metadata (for example: BPM, key,
genre, artwork links). Metadata may be inaccurate. You are responsible for verifying correctness before relying on it in a project.

7) Community Edits (Metadata Only)

Users cannot upload audio files to Voclr.it. However, eligible registered users may be able to submit metadata corrections
(for example: artist, track, BPM, key, genre, artwork URL). These edits are rate-limited and intended to improve accuracy.

By submitting a metadata edit, you agree that your submission is made in good faith and is accurate to the best of your knowledge. We may reject,
revert, or limit edits that appear abusive, misleading, or harmful.

8) Admin-Only Uploads (No User Audio Uploads)

Only Voclr.it administrators upload acapella audio files. Users cannot upload acapellas or other audio files.

If you want to suggest an addition, report incorrect information, or flag content you believe is offensive or should not be listed,
contact support via /support with as much detail as possible (links, screenshots, and the reason for your request).

9) No Re-Hosting, Redistribution, or Sharing of Downloads

You may not re-upload, re-host, redistribute, sell, sublicense, share, or otherwise make available any Voclr.it-downloaded files (or derivatives
intended to replace the originals) to third parties, including via cloud drives, forums, torrent sites, Discord servers, Telegram groups, or other services.

10) Takedowns, DMCA-Style Notices, and Removal Requests

Voclr.it respects rights holders and operates a prompt takedown process. If you are a rights holder (or authorised representative) and believe
content on Voclr.it should be removed, you can request removal.

10.1 What to include in a removal request

Your full name and contact details
Proof you are the rights holder or authorised to act on their behalf
Links (URLs) to the specific Voclr.it page(s) you want removed
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
A statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorised
A statement that the information you provide is accurate
Your physical or electronic signature

Submit requests via: /support

10.2 Counter-notice (if you believe a listing was removed in error)

If you are a rights holder or authorised party and believe a removal occurred in error, you may submit a follow-up with supporting details.
We will review and respond in line with applicable requirements.

11) File Safety

We take reasonable steps to keep the platform safe, including scanning for suspicious files. However, no system can guarantee complete security.
You are responsible for maintaining up-to-date security on your devices and for handling downloaded files safely.

12) Subscription Terms (Voclr.it Pro)

Voclr.it Pro is a non-contract subscription. You can cancel at any time and retain access for the remainder of your paid period.
Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled before the renewal date.
Prices, plans, and features may change from time to time. Any changes apply from your next billing cycle unless required otherwise by law.

12.1 Refund policy

Due to the nature of digital access and immediate availability of platform features, all sales are final and
we do not offer refunds (including for unused time, accidental purchases, or lack of usage), except where required by applicable law.

If you believe you were billed in error (for example, duplicate billing), contact support via /support and we will investigate.

13) Disclaimers

No warranty: Voclr.it is provided “as is” and “as available”. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free operation.
No guarantee of clearance: Availability of any vocal/acapella on Voclr.it does not mean it is cleared for release or monetisation.
User responsibility: You are solely responsible for how you use any content and for ensuring your use complies with applicable laws and rights holder permissions.

14) Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Voclr.it and its operators will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages,
or any loss of profits/revenue, arising out of your use of the platform or your use of any content found on the platform.

Nothing in these terms limits liability where such limitation is prohibited by law.

15) Changes to This Page

We may update this Legal page periodically to reflect platform changes and evolving industry norms. The “Effective date” at the top indicates the most recent update.

16) Contact

For legal requests, takedowns, or billing issues, contact us via: /support

Operator details: Voclr.it (add your legal entity name, registered address, and contact email here if you want this page to function as a formal legal notice).