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The Standard License covers use in all edited cuts and language versions of a single production worldwide for websites, social media, online video-sharing websites (such as YouTube and Vimeo, as long as your advertising spend is below $5,000 USD.)  This license also covers student projects, such as films and plays. <br /> <br />

The Enhanced License covers use in all edited cuts and language versions of a single production in one country. This applies to TV or radio advertisements, point-of-sale or an entertainment production that is a pilot or is commissioned by, and available solely via a public broadcaster. The Enhanced License also includes worldwide coverage for up to 1000 downloads or copies of an app or DVD, as well as the coverage outlined in the Standard License for the same production. <a href="https://support.shutterstock.com/s/article/Music-Standard-and-Enhanced-Licenses?language=__LOCALE__" target="_blank"> Learn more here</a>.

What is the difference between the Standard and Enhanced music license?


Our music plans grant you unlimited access to our music collection with a Standard license, though for security reasons, daily downloads are capped at 40 tracks. The Essential plans give you access to our diverse collection of Shutterstock music and SFX tracks. Along with the Shutterstock music library and SFX tracks, our Premium plans grant you access to an additional 14K PremiumBeat tracks. You can easily distinguish Shutterstock music tracks from PremiumBeat tracks by the logo displayed before the track title.


How do Shutterstock music subscription plans work?

Our FLEX subscriptions provide individual users with access to images, vectors, video, and music all under one plan. A simple credit system provides an all-in-one solution for your creative needs, making it easy to license different assets without having to buy multiple plans.
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In addition to individual FLEX plans, we also offer FLEX plans for teams and Enterprise customers. <a href="https://support.shutterstock.com/s/article/What-is-a-Shutterstock-FLEX-subscription-with-credits?language=__LOCALE__" target="_blank"> Learn more about FLEX plans</a>.


How do the mixed-asset FLEX plans differ from other Shutterstock subscriptions? 

With our easy-to-use credit system, every month you get an allotment of credits to spend on a mix of assets. An image costs 1 credit, a video clip 8 credits, and a music track 4 credits.

How do credits for FLEX plans work?

Our auto renewal feature is activated when you subscribe and ensures that your subscription renews so you maintain uninterrupted service. You can easily manage your auto renewal settings on the plans page.

How does auto renewal work? 

For monthly (no contract) subscriptions, you are free to cancel at any time by turning off 
<a href="https://support.shutterstock.com/s/article/How-does-Auto-Renewal-work?language=__LOCALE__" target="_blank"> auto renewal</a> in your plan settings. Since you have already paid for the monthly subscription at the beginning of the billing cycle, you will still be able to use your remaining downloads or credits until the end of your billing cycle.

If you need to terminate your Annual (billed monthly) subscription before the end of the 12 month term, you will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to the savings you received in comparison to the monthly (no contract) rate. Please <a href="https://www.shutterstock.com/help#contact-us" target="_blank"> contact us</a> for assistance with your cancellation or if you have any questions.


Can I cancel my plan if I don’t need it anymore?

We’ll gladly refund purchases made within the first 14 days, provided you haven’t used any downloads or credits. After 14 days or once a plan is used, it is no longer eligible for a refund.

Can I get a refund if I cancel my plan? 

Frequently asked questions

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Get the music tracks you need, when you need them. Single user.

On-Demand

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FLEX Subscription — Use credits to download 25 images, or 6 music tracks, or 3 video clips—or a mix of all. Single user.

Mix and Match

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Get music (including PremiumBeat tracks with Premium plan) and immersive sound effects. Single user.

Unlimited Subscription

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Customized packages with tailored support to meet your unique needs. For you and your team members.

Enterprise

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LICENSES

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Standard Music License

The Standard Music License is designed to work for most creative projects and usage needs, including web broadcast and social media. If you need other distribution rights such as TV & Radio, Film, Apps and Games, Non-Web & OOH Advertising, and TV & Radio Ads, you need an Enhanced License.

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Enhanced Music License

The Enhanced Music License is designed to enable usage across web, TV & Radio, Film, Apps and Games, Non-Web & OOH Advertising, and TV & Radio Ads.

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INCLUDED FEATURES

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Worry-free licensing and legal protection

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Social sign on with Google or Facebook

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Access to a library of 30K+ tracks

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Dedicated customer support

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Monthly replenishment of downloads

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Access for multiple users

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API integration

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SAML-based single sign on

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Access to content research

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Transfer license ownership

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Access to unwatermarked previews to download

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Music Hero

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Access over 13,000+ tracks of outstanding music - all with worry-free licensing.

Choose the music plan that’s right for you

Access over 13,000+ tracks of outstanding music - all with worry-free licensing.

On-Demand

Audio type

$49 /license

Mix and Match

Credits per month

$49 /month

Best Value

Unlimited Subscription

Track type

$19 /month

Enterprise

Trusted by the world's finest brands

Prices shown in US Dollars. Taxes may apply.

Unlimited Subscription

LICENSES

INCLUDED FEATURES

Frequently asked questions

	On-Demand	Mix and Match	Unlimited Subscription	Enterprise
LICENSES
Standard Music License				Custom licensing
Enhanced Music License				Custom licensing
INCLUDED FEATURES
Worry-free licensing and legal protection
Social sign on with Google or Facebook
Access to a library of 30K+ tracks
Dedicated customer support
Monthly replenishment of downloads
Access for multiple users
API integration
SAML-based single sign on
Access to content research
Transfer license ownership
Access to unwatermarked previews to download