Step 1. Locate your license information
Depending on your license type, use one of the following:
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Subscription Plan: Copy the license verification link from your Download History by opening the context menu next to the relevant download and clicking "Copy verification link".
A license verification link is a unique link included with every download. It provides real-time license validation and contains only the information necessary to verify your license and resolve copyright claims. It can be shared with platforms, clients, or rights holders as proof that the track was downloaded during an active subscription.
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Single Track License: Download your License Agreement (PDF) from My files and licenses page for the relevant track. The License Agreement contains all information required to verify your license, including track details, author information, license holder information, and the applicable license terms.
Step 2. Open the claim details in YouTube
In YouTube Studio, locate the affected video and open the copyright claim details. Start the dispute process by selecting the option indicating that you have permission or a valid license to use the music.
Step 3. Provide proof of your license
When asked to explain your dispute, include a brief explanation and your license documentation.
Example:
A license to use this music was obtained from NeoSounds.
License verification:
[Paste your license verification link or link to your License Agreement here]
If you are using a PDF License Agreement, upload it to a file-sharing service such as Google Drive or Dropbox and include a publicly accessible link.
Step 4. Submit the dispute
Submit your dispute and wait for the review process to be completed. Most claims are resolved within a few hours to a few business days, although YouTube allows claimants up to 30 days to review a dispute if additional time is needed.
Helpful Tip
Many creators upload videos as Unlisted first, allowing any copyright claims to be resolved before publishing the video publicly.