The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Buying Beats Online
Buying Beats Online PDF Guide for Rappers

The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Buying Beats Online

Introduction:
If you’re serious about your music career, understanding how to buy beats the right way is absolutely essential.
Whether you’re releasing your first single, building your mixtape, or preparing your album, the beat you choose — and how you license it — can make or break your success.

To help independent artists avoid costly mistakes and move smarter, we’ve created a brand-new resource:
The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Buying Beats Online, available now for free download.

Get the knowledge you need to level up your music career and stay protected while you build your catalog.


Why You Need This Guide

Buying beats online isn’t just about picking a sound you like.
It’s about making sure you have the legal rights to use that beat commercially — on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, or anywhere else you want to release music.

In this free guide, you will learn:

  • What a beat license actually is (and why it matters)

  • The real difference between free beats, leased beats, and exclusive beats

  • How to choose the right license based on your goals

  • How to avoid legal trouble when releasing your music

  • What to do once you buy your beat to protect your career

This is the guide every beginner should read before uploading a song online.


What’s Inside the Beginner’s Guide

Inside the PDF, we cover essential topics like:

  • Free Beats vs. Paid Licensing: When free isn’t really free

  • Leasing Options Explained: MP3 Lease, WAV Lease, Trackout Lease

  • Exclusive Rights: When to invest in exclusive ownership

  • Legal Protection: How to protect your song from takedowns

  • Smart Moves for Artists: What to do after buying a beat

Plus, we included helpful links back to our full beat catalog so you can immediately find high-quality beats ready for your next release.


Who Should Download This Guide?

  • New rappers who are recording their first songs

  • Independent artists releasing singles, mixtapes, or albums

  • Anyone confused about leasing, exclusive rights, or licensing

  • Artists who want to avoid copyright strikes or losing royalties

  • Musicians who want to take full control of their career without legal risks

If you are serious about making music the right way — this guide is for you.


Download the Guide Now

Ready to get the knowledge that can save you time, money, and future headaches?
Download The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Buying Beats Online now and start your next project with full confidence.

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At Tellingbeatzz.com, you get clear licenses, professional production, and instant downloads — so you can focus on what matters: making great music.

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Unlimited License Agreement

This License agreement is made on _____ (“Effective Date”) by and between _____ (“Licensee”) and Thomas Hodek (Tellingbeatzz) (“Licensor”). Licensor warrants that it controls the mechanical rights in and to the musical work named "_____" (“Instrumental”) being sold to Licensee as of and prior to the Effective Date. The Licensee and Licensor have agreed to the following terms:

Master Use

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to record vocal synchronization to the Instrumental partly or in its entirety and substantially in its original form for the specific use of manufacturing, distributing, and selling records embodying the Instrumental. The Licensor also grants the right to use the name of the producer (Tellingbeatzz) in connection with the advertising, publicizing or sale of records manufactured, distributed, and sold. Licensee shall have the right to alter, adapt, change, or remix the Instrumental. Any rights not specifically granted and set forth in this license are hereby reserved by the producer.

Ownership

The Licensor maintains 100% full rights (copyright, publishing, and ownership) of the Instrumental, and can continue to sell it non-exclusively and/or exclusively. The Licensee has neither the right nor authority to sell or license the rights to the Instrumental whether in whole or part to any other party. In the event another party purchases exclusive rights to the Instrumental from the Licensor, the Licensee will retain non-exclusive rights under the limitations listed in this agreement until these terms have been fulfilled.

Mechanical Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use Master Recording in the reproduction, duplication, manufacture, and distribution of phonograph records, cassette tapes, compact disks, internet downloads, other and miscellaneous audio and digital recordings, and any lifts and versions thereof (collectively,” Recordings”) worldwide for up to the pressing or selling unlimited copies of such Recordings or any combination of such Recordings.

Publishing and Royalties

The Licensor shall retain 100% of the Publishing of the Instrumental. The Licensee is entitled to keep 100% of all royalties that are generated from sales of the Master Recording on digital retailers (such as iTunes), through physical sales (such as Compact Disks), and through online streaming services (such as Spotify). However, if the licensee would optionally like to share royalties with the Licensor, the Licensor's PRO information is listed below for convenience. PRO Information: PRO: GEMA (Germany) Name: Thomas Hodek Composer: Tellingbeatzz CAW / IPI No: 716014087

Streaming

The Licensee is entitled to an unlimited amount of monetized audio streams (on all streaming platforms such as Spotify) and unlimited monetized video streams (on all platforms supporting video such as Youtube) for the song(s) created with the Instrumental. All streaming royalties generated by the Licensee's song(s) belong to the Licensee.

YouTube Policy (Content ID)

The Licensor maintains the unlimited, worldwide rights to register the Instrumental with a Content ID program/institution such as Airbit.com, etc., and be the sole administrator of YouTube rights using such a Content ID program. This is necessary and entitles Licensor to maintain the administrative and legislative rights to the Instrumental. What Content ID does is scan youtube videos for audio material produced by Thomas Hodek (Tellingbeatzz) and automatically sends a copyright claim, which blocks videos from monetization temporarily. The video will keep playing without any other limitations. To remove such a claim, all licensees must open a Content ID dispute including the order number, PayPal transaction ID, Stripe transaction ID, or the email address used for purchase. It is recommended to dispute within the first 5 days of receiving the claim. Official Google article: Monetization during Content ID disputes

Performance Right

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use the Master Recording in unlimited paid performances and unlimited non-profit performances, shows, or concerts.

Music Videos

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use the Master Recording in unlimited music videos.

Synchronization Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to copy, perform, edit, and/or loop portions of, record on film, video, digital animations, and video games (collectively, “Projects”) and use the Master Recording in synchronization or timed relation with the productions in unlimited Projects.

Broadcast Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive license to broadcast or air the Master Recording on unlimited radio stations or through unlimited station channels, respectively.

Credit

Licensee shall give the producer appropriate production and songwriting credit on all compact discs, record and cassette labels or any other record configuration manufactured which is now known or created in the future that embodies the Instrumental created hereunder and on all cover liner notes. Such credit shall be in the substantial form: "Produced by Tellingbeatzz"

Sampling

The Licensee agrees that the Instrumental is purchased as a “Work Made for Hire” whereby the clearing of any sampled materials is the responsibility of the Licensee.

Indemnification

Licensee agrees to indemnify and hold Licensor harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, damages, costs, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or resulting from a claimed breach of any of the Licensee’s representations, warranties or agreements hereunder.

Miscellaneous

This License is non-transferable and is limited to the Instrumental specified, constitutes the entire agreement between the Licensor and the Licensee relating to the Instrumental, and shall be binding upon both Licensor and Licensee and their respective successors, assigns, and legal representatives. The Licensee shall provide the Producer with one (1) digital copy of the completed record within thirty (30) days after the release of any record embodying the masters via email to info@tellingbeatzz.com

Restrictions

All sounds, drums, and vocals included are the property of the licensor and cannot be used for any purpose other than as described in this agreement. The audio content cannot be used to create any of the following derivative works: instrumentals for sale, loop packs, vst instruments, or any other competitive product. The audio content cannot be shared with anyone unless they are directly involved in the Master recording (audio engineer, featured artist, musician, etc.). Any Master recording that is found in violation of these restrictions may be subject to termination of its commercial rights without refund. In addition, the Master recording may be subject to removal from all third-party distributors with the assistance of copyright infringement enforcers. Any loss incurred with such removal is not the responsibility of the Licensor. If the licensee is unsure of the details of the commercial rights, the licensee must contact the licensor for assistance in clarifying any of these restrictions.

Governing Law

This License is governed by and shall be construed under the laws of the Licensor’s resident country, without regard to the conflicts of laws and principles thereof. By receiving this contract via email, you automatically agree to the terms stated above and gain non-exclusive rights to the Instrumental.

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WAV, MP3
License Terms

Unlimited License Agreement

This License agreement is made on _____ (“Effective Date”) by and between _____ (“Licensee”) and Thomas Hodek (Tellingbeatzz) (“Licensor”). Licensor warrants that it controls the mechanical rights in and to the musical work named "_____" (“Instrumental”) being sold to Licensee as of and prior to the Effective Date. The Licensee and Licensor have agreed to the following terms:

Master Use

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to record vocal synchronization to the Instrumental partly or in its entirety and substantially in its original form for the specific use of manufacturing, distributing, and selling records embodying the Instrumental. The Licensor also grants the right to use the name of the producer (Tellingbeatzz) in connection with the advertising, publicizing or sale of records manufactured, distributed, and sold. Licensee shall have the right to alter, adapt, change, or remix the Instrumental. Any rights not specifically granted and set forth in this license are hereby reserved by the producer.

Ownership

The Licensor maintains 100% full rights (copyright, publishing, and ownership) of the Instrumental, and can continue to sell it non-exclusively and/or exclusively. The Licensee has neither the right nor authority to sell or license the rights to the Instrumental whether in whole or part to any other party. In the event another party purchases exclusive rights to the Instrumental from the Licensor, the Licensee will retain non-exclusive rights under the limitations listed in this agreement until these terms have been fulfilled.

Mechanical Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use Master Recording in the reproduction, duplication, manufacture, and distribution of phonograph records, cassette tapes, compact disks, internet downloads, other and miscellaneous audio and digital recordings, and any lifts and versions thereof (collectively,” Recordings”) worldwide for up to the pressing or selling unlimited copies of such Recordings or any combination of such Recordings.

Publishing and Royalties

The Licensor shall retain 100% of the Publishing of the Instrumental. The Licensee is entitled to keep 100% of all royalties that are generated from sales of the Master Recording on digital retailers (such as iTunes), through physical sales (such as Compact Disks), and through online streaming services (such as Spotify). However, if the licensee would optionally like to share royalties with the Licensor, the Licensor's PRO information is listed below for convenience. PRO Information: PRO: GEMA (Germany) Name: Thomas Hodek Composer: Tellingbeatzz CAW / IPI No: 716014087

Streaming

The Licensee is entitled to an unlimited amount of monetized audio streams (on all streaming platforms such as Spotify) and unlimited monetized video streams (on all platforms supporting video such as Youtube) for the song(s) created with the Instrumental. All streaming royalties generated by the Licensee's song(s) belong to the Licensee.

YouTube Policy (Content ID)

The Licensor maintains the unlimited, worldwide rights to register the Instrumental with a Content ID program/institution such as Airbit.com, etc., and be the sole administrator of YouTube rights using such a Content ID program. This is necessary and entitles Licensor to maintain the administrative and legislative rights to the Instrumental. What Content ID does is scan youtube videos for audio material produced by Thomas Hodek (Tellingbeatzz) and automatically sends a copyright claim, which blocks videos from monetization temporarily. The video will keep playing without any other limitations. To remove such a claim, all licensees must open a Content ID dispute including the order number, PayPal transaction ID, Stripe transaction ID, or the email address used for purchase. It is recommended to dispute within the first 5 days of receiving the claim. Official Google article: Monetization during Content ID disputes

Performance Right

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use the Master Recording in unlimited paid performances and unlimited non-profit performances, shows, or concerts.

Music Videos

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use the Master Recording in unlimited music videos.

Synchronization Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to copy, perform, edit, and/or loop portions of, record on film, video, digital animations, and video games (collectively, “Projects”) and use the Master Recording in synchronization or timed relation with the productions in unlimited Projects.

Broadcast Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive license to broadcast or air the Master Recording on unlimited radio stations or through unlimited station channels, respectively.

Credit

Licensee shall give the producer appropriate production and songwriting credit on all compact discs, record and cassette labels or any other record configuration manufactured which is now known or created in the future that embodies the Instrumental created hereunder and on all cover liner notes. Such credit shall be in the substantial form: "Produced by Tellingbeatzz"

Sampling

The Licensee agrees that the Instrumental is purchased as a “Work Made for Hire” whereby the clearing of any sampled materials is the responsibility of the Licensee.

Indemnification

Licensee agrees to indemnify and hold Licensor harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, damages, costs, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or resulting from a claimed breach of any of the Licensee’s representations, warranties or agreements hereunder.

Miscellaneous

This License is non-transferable and is limited to the Instrumental specified, constitutes the entire agreement between the Licensor and the Licensee relating to the Instrumental, and shall be binding upon both Licensor and Licensee and their respective successors, assigns, and legal representatives. The Licensee shall provide the Producer with one (1) digital copy of the completed record within thirty (30) days after the release of any record embodying the masters via email to info@tellingbeatzz.com

Restrictions

All sounds, drums, and vocals included are the property of the licensor and cannot be used for any purpose other than as described in this agreement. The audio content cannot be used to create any of the following derivative works: instrumentals for sale, loop packs, vst instruments, or any other competitive product. The audio content cannot be shared with anyone unless they are directly involved in the Master recording (audio engineer, featured artist, musician, etc.). Any Master recording that is found in violation of these restrictions may be subject to termination of its commercial rights without refund. In addition, the Master recording may be subject to removal from all third-party distributors with the assistance of copyright infringement enforcers. Any loss incurred with such removal is not the responsibility of the Licensor. If the licensee is unsure of the details of the commercial rights, the licensee must contact the licensor for assistance in clarifying any of these restrictions.

Governing Law

This License is governed by and shall be construed under the laws of the Licensor’s resident country, without regard to the conflicts of laws and principles thereof. By receiving this contract via email, you automatically agree to the terms stated above and gain non-exclusive rights to the Instrumental.

Trackout Unlimited

WAV, MP3, Trackout
License Terms

Unlimited License Agreement

This License agreement is made on _____ (“Effective Date”) by and between _____ (“Licensee”) and Thomas Hodek (Tellingbeatzz) (“Licensor”). Licensor warrants that it controls the mechanical rights in and to the musical work named "_____" (“Instrumental”) being sold to Licensee as of and prior to the Effective Date. The Licensee and Licensor have agreed to the following terms:

Master Use

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to record vocal synchronization to the Instrumental partly or in its entirety and substantially in its original form for the specific use of manufacturing, distributing, and selling records embodying the Instrumental. The Licensor also grants the right to use the name of the producer (Tellingbeatzz) in connection with the advertising, publicizing or sale of records manufactured, distributed, and sold. Licensee shall have the right to alter, adapt, change, or remix the Instrumental. Any rights not specifically granted and set forth in this license are hereby reserved by the producer.

Ownership

The Licensor maintains 100% full rights (copyright, publishing, and ownership) of the Instrumental, and can continue to sell it non-exclusively and/or exclusively. The Licensee has neither the right nor authority to sell or license the rights to the Instrumental whether in whole or part to any other party. In the event another party purchases exclusive rights to the Instrumental from the Licensor, the Licensee will retain non-exclusive rights under the limitations listed in this agreement until these terms have been fulfilled.

Mechanical Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use Master Recording in the reproduction, duplication, manufacture, and distribution of phonograph records, cassette tapes, compact disks, internet downloads, other and miscellaneous audio and digital recordings, and any lifts and versions thereof (collectively,” Recordings”) worldwide for up to the pressing or selling unlimited copies of such Recordings or any combination of such Recordings.

Publishing and Royalties

The Licensor shall retain 100% of the Publishing of the Instrumental. The Licensee is entitled to keep 100% of all royalties that are generated from sales of the Master Recording on digital retailers (such as iTunes), through physical sales (such as Compact Disks), and through online streaming services (such as Spotify). However, if the licensee would optionally like to share royalties with the Licensor, the Licensor's PRO information is listed below for convenience. PRO Information: PRO: GEMA (Germany) Name: Thomas Hodek Composer: Tellingbeatzz CAW / IPI No: 716014087

Streaming

The Licensee is entitled to an unlimited amount of monetized audio streams (on all streaming platforms such as Spotify) and unlimited monetized video streams (on all platforms supporting video such as Youtube) for the song(s) created with the Instrumental. All streaming royalties generated by the Licensee's song(s) belong to the Licensee.

YouTube Policy (Content ID)

The Licensor maintains the unlimited, worldwide rights to register the Instrumental with a Content ID program/institution such as Airbit.com, etc., and be the sole administrator of YouTube rights using such a Content ID program. This is necessary and entitles Licensor to maintain the administrative and legislative rights to the Instrumental. What Content ID does is scan youtube videos for audio material produced by Thomas Hodek (Tellingbeatzz) and automatically sends a copyright claim, which blocks videos from monetization temporarily. The video will keep playing without any other limitations. To remove such a claim, all licensees must open a Content ID dispute including the order number, PayPal transaction ID, Stripe transaction ID, or the email address used for purchase. It is recommended to dispute within the first 5 days of receiving the claim. Official Google article: Monetization during Content ID disputes

Performance Right

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use the Master Recording in unlimited paid performances and unlimited non-profit performances, shows, or concerts.

Music Videos

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to use the Master Recording in unlimited music videos.

Synchronization Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive License to copy, perform, edit, and/or loop portions of, record on film, video, digital animations, and video games (collectively, “Projects”) and use the Master Recording in synchronization or timed relation with the productions in unlimited Projects.

Broadcast Rights

The Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive license to broadcast or air the Master Recording on unlimited radio stations or through unlimited station channels, respectively.

Credit

Licensee shall give the producer appropriate production and songwriting credit on all compact discs, record and cassette labels or any other record configuration manufactured which is now known or created in the future that embodies the Instrumental created hereunder and on all cover liner notes. Such credit shall be in the substantial form: "Produced by Tellingbeatzz"

Sampling

The Licensee agrees that the Instrumental is purchased as a “Work Made for Hire” whereby the clearing of any sampled materials is the responsibility of the Licensee.

Indemnification

Licensee agrees to indemnify and hold Licensor harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, damages, costs, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or resulting from a claimed breach of any of the Licensee’s representations, warranties or agreements hereunder.

Miscellaneous

This License is non-transferable and is limited to the Instrumental specified, constitutes the entire agreement between the Licensor and the Licensee relating to the Instrumental, and shall be binding upon both Licensor and Licensee and their respective successors, assigns, and legal representatives. The Licensee shall provide the Producer with one (1) digital copy of the completed record within thirty (30) days after the release of any record embodying the masters via email to info@tellingbeatzz.com

Restrictions

All sounds, drums, and vocals included are the property of the licensor and cannot be used for any purpose other than as described in this agreement. The audio content cannot be used to create any of the following derivative works: instrumentals for sale, loop packs, vst instruments, or any other competitive product. The audio content cannot be shared with anyone unless they are directly involved in the Master recording (audio engineer, featured artist, musician, etc.). Any Master recording that is found in violation of these restrictions may be subject to termination of its commercial rights without refund. In addition, the Master recording may be subject to removal from all third-party distributors with the assistance of copyright infringement enforcers. Any loss incurred with such removal is not the responsibility of the Licensor. If the licensee is unsure of the details of the commercial rights, the licensee must contact the licensor for assistance in clarifying any of these restrictions.

Governing Law

This License is governed by and shall be construed under the laws of the Licensor’s resident country, without regard to the conflicts of laws and principles thereof. By receiving this contract via email, you automatically agree to the terms stated above and gain non-exclusive rights to the Instrumental.

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