Sound FX Licensing

Basic License Types: Single-User, Multi-User and Custom Applications

Overview: Sound Effects Licensing is Similar to Software Licensing

Here we've put together a basic outline intended to simplify your understanding of Single-User, Multi-User, and custom application licensing for sound effects. Sound effects collections are sold and licensed in a manner similar to software applications. When you buy 1 copy of a software application, only you are entitled to an individual Single-User License to use that software. If you require that 2 or more users access that sound effects collection, you will need to obtain a Multi-User License. As is the case with software, there are additional fees that apply for multiple users.


Single-User Licenses

All sound effects libraries offered at thesoundstore.com entitle you as a single user to royalty-free lifetime synchronization rights in a non-networked environment.

Examples of synchronized usages that are covered by an individual end user license include:

• TV, Film, and Radio productions
• Video Game productions
• Websites (button clicks, animations, background sounds etc.)
• Podcasts
• Internet-based finish media such as YouTube videos

For questions regarding Single-User Licenses email info@thesoundstore.com.


Multi-User Licenses

Multi-User Licenses are required for organizations with 2 or more users or in circumstances that require networked access to sound effects collections. If you wish to make use of your sound effects in this manner you will need to obtain a Multi-User License that takes into account your additional licensing specifications.

Multi-User License fees are calculated based on:

• The sound effects collections you already own and/or wish to purchase
• The number of users, method of access, and usage
• The license term (1 yr., 3 yr., 5 yr.)

The Multi-User License provides simple, one-stop annual blanket licensing options custom tailored to your organizations production needs, user base, existing catalogs, ongoing sound effects needs, as well as your specific technology infrastructure.

For questions regarding Multi-User Licenses email info@thesoundstore.com.


Custom Application Licensing for Sound Effects

Custom sound effects licensing options are available that permit use of our sound effects catalogs in various unsynchronized and asynchronous playback formats.

Examples of custom licensing applications include (but are not limited to):

• Ringtones and ring tone distribution, “ring-back" and "push-sound" applications
• iPhone, iPad, and Smartphone Applications
• In video games for mobile devices (video games played for consoles and computers do not require any additional licenses)
• Instant Messaging and VoIP Systems
• Web Applications, Media and Content Creation Tools (HTML/Flash Templates, Blogging Applications, Game Systems, Media Software)
• In hardware devices with uses such as audio cues for electronic devices
• Audio-Centric Software (Clock Alarms, Software SFX Generators, Notifiers etc.)
• In retail toys
• In electronic or physical greeting cards
• In program chips and smart chips
• Any re-distribution through 3rd party

For inquiries on custom licensing contact info@thesoundstore.com with your name, company name, telephone number, location, email address, website and a brief description of your needs.