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Royalty Policy

Effective Date: 23 May 2026

Royalty Policy

Effective Date: 23 May 2026

Last Updated: 23 May 2026

This Royalty Policy explains how royalties are calculated, processed, and paid by YG SoundLab ("YG SoundLab", "we", "our", or "us").

This policy applies to all artists using ygsoundlab.in and artists.ygsoundlab.in.

YG SoundLab is owned and operated by YG CORPORATION, a sole proprietorship based in Delhi, India.

1. Artist Royalty Share

Artists receive 90% of eligible net royalties received by YG SoundLab from distributed music.

YG SoundLab retains 10% as a platform and service commission.

This commission supports:

  • Distribution operations
  • Platform maintenance
  • Payment processing
  • Release management
  • Cover song licensing support
  • Infrastructure and support services

2. Royalty Source

Royalties may be generated from platforms including but not limited to:

  • Spotify
  • Apple Music
  • YouTube Music
  • Amazon Music
  • Instagram/Facebook
  • TikTok
  • Deezer
  • Other supported streaming or digital platforms

Royalty amounts depend entirely on platform reporting and listener activity.

YG SoundLab does not guarantee any minimum earnings or streaming performance.

3. Net Royalty Calculation

Artist royalties are calculated from the actual net amount received by YG SoundLab after applicable deductions, including but not limited to:

  • Distributor deductions
  • Currency conversion charges
  • PayPal processing fees
  • Banking fees
  • International transfer fees
  • Tax deductions where applicable

After such deductions:

  • 90% is allocated to the artist
  • 10% is retained by YG SoundLab

4. Confidential Distribution Arrangements

YG SoundLab may work with third-party distributors, partners, licensors, or payment providers.

Internal agreements, payout structures, and distributor-side royalty details are confidential and are not publicly disclosed to artists.

Artists receive royalties based on YG SoundLab's internal royalty calculation system as described in this policy.

5. Royalty Reporting

Royalty reports may include:

  • Stream counts
  • Estimated earnings
  • Platform-wise breakdowns
  • Withdrawal balances
  • Payment history

Reported earnings may be delayed due to:

  • Platform reporting schedules
  • Distributor processing delays
  • Payment gateway processing
  • Fraud reviews or verification

Streaming platforms may take several weeks or months to finalize earnings data.

6. Minimum Withdrawal Threshold

Artists may request withdrawals only after reaching the minimum payout threshold of:

₹2999 INR

Withdrawal requests below this threshold may not be processed.

YG SoundLab reserves the right to modify withdrawal thresholds in the future.

7. Payment Methods

Approved royalty withdrawals may be processed through:

  • UPI
  • IMPS
  • NEFT
  • RTGS
  • Bank Transfer

The available payout methods may change over time.

Artists are responsible for providing accurate payment details.

YG SoundLab is not responsible for failed transactions caused by incorrect banking information submitted by the artist.

8. KYC Verification Requirement

KYC (Know Your Customer) verification is mandatory before royalty withdrawals can be processed.

Artists may be required to submit:

  • Government-issued identification
  • PAN card
  • Bank account verification
  • Additional compliance documents

Failure to complete KYC may result in:

  • Delayed withdrawals
  • Temporary payout restrictions
  • Account limitations

9. Monthly Royalty Credits

Royalty balances are generally updated monthly based on reports received from distribution and streaming partners.

However:

  • Reporting schedules may vary
  • Certain platforms may report later than others
  • Final earnings may fluctuate due to platform adjustments

Artists may request withdrawals at any time after meeting eligibility requirements.

10. Fraudulent Streams & Artificial Activity

YG SoundLab strictly prohibits:

  • Fake streams
  • Stream manipulation
  • Bot activity
  • Artificial playlist inflation
  • Fraudulent traffic generation

If suspicious activity is detected, YG SoundLab may:

  • Freeze royalties
  • Remove releases
  • Suspend accounts
  • Reverse payouts
  • Terminate distribution services

Streaming platforms may independently deduct or reverse fraudulent earnings.

11. Copyright Violations & Royalty Holds

Royalties may be withheld if:

  • Copyright disputes occur
  • Ownership claims are unresolved
  • Unauthorized content is uploaded
  • Legal investigations are ongoing

YG SoundLab reserves the right to hold or reverse payments until disputes are resolved.

12. Taxes & Financial Responsibility

Artists are responsible for:

  • Reporting income
  • Paying applicable taxes
  • Complying with local tax laws

YG SoundLab may request tax-related information where legally required.

13. Currency Conversion

Some royalties may originate in foreign currencies.

Conversion rates, banking charges, and PayPal fees may affect final payout amounts received by artists.

YG SoundLab is not responsible for fluctuations caused by:

  • Currency exchange rates
  • Banking conversion rates
  • Payment processor deductions

14. Account Termination & Remaining Royalties

If an account is terminated due to policy violations or fraudulent activity:

  • Pending royalties may be withheld
  • Releases may be removed
  • Access to platform services may be restricted

Legitimate unpaid royalties may still be processed where legally required and not connected to fraudulent activity.

15. Changes to This Policy

YG SoundLab may update or modify this Royalty Policy at any time without prior notice.

Updated versions will be published on ygsoundlab.in and artists.ygsoundlab.in.

Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact Information

YG SoundLab

Owned and operated by YG CORPORATION

Delhi, India

Support Email: support@ygsoundlab.in

Questions? Email support@ygsoundlab.in

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