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What Are the User’s Responsibilities Under the Agreement?

As part of the Digital Distribution Agreement with UMW Recordings, Inc.

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Written by Valentina Rios
Updated over a week ago

1️⃣ Ensure Legal Ownership of Content

The user must confirm that all digital files submitted (audio, images, video, metadata, etc.):

  • Are their legal property or are fully licensed for distribution

  • Do not infringe copyrights, trademarks, patents, or third-party agreements

  • Are free of offensive, illegal, or fraudulent material


2️⃣ Hold the Proper Distribution Rights

Before uploading any product, the user must:

  • 🧾 Own or secure all publishing, author, and master rights

  • ✅ Obtain permission from co-writers, performers, producers, and any contributors

  • 💼 As a label or rep, have formal authorization from the artists represented


3️⃣ Provide Accurate and Complete Metadata

All information such as titles, credits, ISRC/UPC codes, and descriptions must be:

  • 100% truthful and accurate 🧠

  • A clear reflection of the uploaded content

  • Free of typos, misleading claims, or manipulative tags


4️⃣ Maintain Updated Financial and Tax Information

The user is responsible for:

  • Submitting correct banking, tax, and personal identification details

  • Keeping this info up to date to avoid payment delays


5️⃣ Avoid Fraudulent or Abusive Behavior

The user must not:

  • Engage in artificial streaming or use bots 🤖

  • Upload duplicated, altered, or unauthorized content

  • Tamper with UMW systems or violate platform policies


📌 Summary Table:

🧭 Area

✅ User’s Responsibility

Content legality

Ensure full rights and legal compliance

Distribution rights

Have all necessary licenses and authorizations

Metadata accuracy

Submit complete and honest information

Financial data

Keep tax and payment info current

Platform usage

Avoid fraud, abuse, or violations

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