Who owns the songs I generate using Suno?
If you are a paying subscriber to Suno, you own the songs you generate while subscribed to Pro or Premier, as long as you follow Suno’s Terms of Service. If you use the free version, Suno retains ownership of the songs you generate, but you can use them for non-commercial purposes as long as you comply with Suno’s Terms of Service.
If I write my own lyrics, do I still own them after submitting them to Suno?
Yes. Regardless of which version of Suno you use, you retain all ownership and rights to any original content you create and input into Suno.
Who owns the artwork that is generated along with my songs?
If you are a paying subscriber to Suno, you own the artwork generated along with your songs while subscribed to Pro or Premier, subject to Suno’s Terms of Service. If you use the free version, Suno retains ownership of the artwork, but you can use it for non-commercial purposes with attribution to Suno, as long as you follow Suno’s Terms of Service.
Are the songs that I generate using Suno subject to copyright protection?
The availability and scope of copyright protection for content generated using artificial intelligence are complex and rapidly evolving. It varies among countries. It is recommended to consult a qualified attorney for advice on the latest developments and the degree of copyright protection available for the content you generate using Suno.
Can I upload lyrics to existing songs?
No, unless you are the copyright owner of those existing lyrics or have explicit permission from the copyright owner to upload their existing lyrics into Suno.
If I cancel my subscription, do I lose the right to use songs I created as a subscriber for commercial use?
If you cancel your subscription, you retain the right to use content generated while you were subscribed for commercial use in perpetuity.
Am I allowed to re-record a song myself?
You retain all ownership and rights to any original content you create and input into Suno, including the right to re-record that musical content, as long as you comply with Suno’s Terms of Service. You can re-record musical content generated using Suno, but if it was generated using the free version, the re-recorded song can only be used for non-commercial purposes and must include attribution to Suno.
More Questions on Suno and Copyright
Can I use the generated songs for commercial purposes if I’m a free-tier user?
No, if you are using the free version of Suno, you can only use the generated songs for non-commercial purposes and must include attribution to Suno.
What happens if I upload content I don’t own or have permission to use?
By uploading any submission, you represent and warrant that you have all necessary rights, licenses, consents, and permissions to use the submission. If you do not have these rights, you may be in violation of Suno’s Terms of Service and applicable laws. This could lead to the removal of the offending content and possible termination of your account.
How can I resolve a copyright dispute regarding content generated on Suno?
If you believe your work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, you can notify Suno’s Copyright Agent as per the DMCA guidelines. You need to provide a physical or electronic signature, identification of the copyrighted work, description of the infringing material, your contact information, a statement of good faith belief, and a statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury.
Is the output I generate using Suno guaranteed to be unique?
Due to the nature of machine learning, output generated using Suno may not be unique across users. The same or similar submissions can produce the same or similar output for different users.
Can I use the output generated from my submissions to create competing products or services?
No, using the output to create, develop, or improve any competing products or services, or to power, enable, or train other artificial intelligence and machine learning models, tools, or technologies is prohibited.
What if the service is modified, suspended, or discontinued?
Suno reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service or any part thereof, with or without notice. Suno will not be liable to you or any third party for any such modifications or discontinuations.
What are the rules regarding user conduct on Suno?
You are solely responsible for the submissions you make and the output generated. You must not use the service to infringe intellectual property rights, upload harmful content, engage in unauthorized advertising, violate any laws, impersonate others, solicit personal information from minors, post private information without consent, advertise unauthorized goods or services, imply Suno’s endorsement, further criminal activity, or use data mining techniques.
Are there any limitations on Suno’s liability?
Suno will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from the use or inability to use the service or any output. The total liability to you for all damages will not exceed the amount you have paid Suno in the last six months or $100, whichever is greater.
What happens if I violate Suno’s Terms of Service?
Suno may suspend or terminate your account and access to the service, remove any content, and refer any suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity to the appropriate law enforcement authorities. Termination may be immediate and without prior notice.
For more detailed information, refer to Suno’s Terms of Service.