Terms of Service – MusicKevin.com

Effective Date: July 25 2025
Last Updated: July 25 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using MusicKevin.com (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.

2. About MusicKevin.com

MusicKevin.com is a platform where visitors can:

Listen to original music compositions
Watch music videos
Download music files
Request permission to use music in their own creative works

All music content on this Website is original work created and owned by Kevin Short (“Owner”, “Artist”, “Licensor”).

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1 Ownership

All music, audio recordings, videos, lyrics, compositions, and related content on MusicKevin.com are the exclusive intellectual property of Kevin Short and are protected by copyright laws, international copyright treaties, and other intellectual property rights.

3.2 Copyright Notice

4. Permitted Uses

4.1 Personal Listening and Viewing

You may:

Stream audio files for personal and commercial listening
Watch music videos for personal and commercial viewing
Share links to the Website on social media platforms

4.2 Downloads

Downloaded music files are provided for:

Personal and commercial listening
Preview purposes for potential licensing
Educational use in academic settings (with proper attribution)

5. Commercial Use and Licensing

5.1 Verification Requirement

IMPORTANT: Before using any music from MusicKevin.com in your own works (commercial or non-commercial), you MUST:

Contact the Owner through the official contact methods provided on the Website
Obtain written verification and permission
Receive a signed licensing agreement specifying terms of use
Comply with all licensing terms and attribution requirements

5.2 Prohibited Uses Without Permission

You may NOT use the music for:

Commercial purposes (advertising, monetized content, business use)
Incorporation into other musical works or remixes
Public performances or broadcasts
Resale or redistribution in any format
AI training or machine learning datasets

5.3 Licensing Process

To request permission:

Email: admin@musickevin.com
Include: Project description, intended use, distribution scope, timeline
Allow 5-10 business days for response
Await written approval before proceeding

6. Attribution Requirements

When licensed music is used with permission, proper attribution must include:

“Music by Kevin Short – MusicKevin.com”
Copyright notice: “© MusicKevin, used with permission”
Link to MusicKevin.com when possible

7. User Responsibilities

7.1 Compliance

Users must:

Respect all intellectual property rights
Obtain proper permissions before any use beyond personal listening
Provide accurate information when requesting licensing
Comply with all licensing terms if permission is granted

7.2 Prohibited Activities

Users may not:

Download music using automated systems or bots
Circumvent any technical protection measures
Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source files
Create unauthorized derivative works
Falsely claim ownership or authorship of the music

8. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)

8.1 Copyright Protection

MusicKevin.com respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same.

8.2 Infringement Claims

If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed upon on this Website, please contact: [Insert DMCA Contact Email]

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

9.1 Website Availability

The Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee continuous availability or error-free operation.

9.2 Music Quality

While we strive for high-quality audio and video, we make no guarantees regarding file quality, compatibility, or performance on user devices.

9.3 External Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of external sites.

10. Privacy and Data Collection

10.1 Personal Information

We may collect contact information when users request licensing permissions. This information is used solely for licensing correspondence and will not be shared with third parties.

10.2 Analytics

We may use website analytics to understand visitor behavior and improve user experience.

11. Termination

11.1 Right to Terminate

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to the Website for users who violate these Terms.

11.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, users must immediately cease all use of downloaded materials and delete any stored files.

12. Changes to Terms

12.1 Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on the Website with a new effective date.

12.2 Continued Use

Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Insert Your State/Province/Country]. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [Insert Jurisdiction].

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, licensing requests, or other inquiries:

Website: MusicKevin.com
Email: admin@musickevin.com
Address: On-line Only

16. Special Licensing Terms

16.1 Educational Use

Educational institutions may request special licensing terms for classroom use, student projects, and academic presentations.

16.2 Non-Profit Organizations

Non-profit organizations may be eligible for reduced licensing fees or special terms based on the nature of their work.

16.3 Commercial Licensing

Commercial licensing fees and terms will be determined based on:

Scope of use and distribution
Duration of license
Exclusivity requirements
Revenue potential of the project

By using MusicKevin.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.