Creator Agreement

1. Platform Description

The Platform is a subscription-based music streaming service. Users pay the Platform for access to stream music. Creators are compensated via royalty payouts based on streaming activity.

Creators are not sellers, not merchants of record, and do not transact directly with end users.

2. Eligibility and Account Setup

To participate as a Creator, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Complete payout onboarding through our designated payment provider
• Provide accurate tax and identity information
• Maintain an active payout-enabled account

Failure to complete onboarding may result in delayed or withheld payouts.

3. Ownership and License Grant

You represent and warrant that:

• You own or control all necessary rights to the content you upload
• Your content does not infringe any third-party rights

You retain full ownership of your content.

You grant the Platform a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:

• Host
• Stream
• Cache
• Display
• Transmit

your content solely for the operation and promotion of the Platform.

4. Royalties and Payouts

4.1 Royalty Calculation

Royalties are calculated based on qualifying streams, defined as continuous playback of at least 30 seconds.

The current royalty rate is published on the Platform and may be updated at our discretion.

4.2 Payment Timing

• Royalties are accrued internally
• Payouts are issued on a weekly basis
• Minimum payout thresholds may apply

5. Taxes

Creators are independent contractors.

• The Platform does not withhold taxes
• You are responsible for reporting income
• Applicable tax forms (e.g., 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC) may be issued

The Platform may suspend payouts if required tax information is not provided.

6. Content Standards and Enforcement

You agree not to upload content that:

• Infringes copyrights or trademarks
• Is unlawful, deceptive, or fraudulent
• Contains malware or malicious code

We reserve the right to remove content or suspend accounts at our sole discretion.

7. DMCA Compliance Policy

The Platform complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

7.1 Copyright Complaints

If you believe content infringes your copyright, send a written notice including:

• Your contact information
• Identification of the copyrighted work
• Identification of the infringing content
• A statement of good-faith belief
• A statement under penalty of perjury
• Your physical or electronic signature

Send notices to:

DMCA Agent:
Email: customerservice@streamtunes.net

7.2 Counter-Notification

If your content is removed due to a DMCA notice, you may submit a counter-notification as permitted by law.

8. Refund Policy

The Platform does not offer refunds for subscription payments.

Royalty payouts to Creators are final once issued.

9. Suspension and Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if:

• You violate this Agreement
• You fail identity or tax verification
• Your content creates legal or compliance risk

Upon termination:

• Outstanding accrued royalties may be paid
• Content licenses terminate
• Access is revoked

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• The Platform is not liable for lost profits
• Liability is limited to royalties paid in the preceding 12 months

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Platform from claims arising from:

• Uploaded content
• Breach of this Agreement
• Intellectual property violations

12. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Nevada, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

13. Privacy Note (Creator-Specific)

Creator payout and tax information is handled securely by our payment processor. The Platform does not store full tax identification numbers.

14. Changes

We may update this Agreement. Continued participation constitutes acceptance of changes.