How do I dispute a copyright claim on Youtube?

Received a copyright claim on YouTube after using a track from PlayPlay’s library? Don’t worry! Follow the steps in this article to dispute the claim and apply best practices to prevent it from happening again.

Note: Before submitting your dispute, make sure to download the license for the track in question from this page. Once you have it, follow the steps below.

1. Identify the affected video
- Go to YouTube Studio.
- In the left-hand menu, click on Content, filter by Copyright, find the affected video, hover over Copyright and click See details.
2. Dispute the claim
- Click Select action, then Dispute.
- Choose License as the reason for your dispute, then click Continue.
- Check the box confirming that you have permission from the copyright owner to use the content, then click Continue.
3. Submit your license and finalize the dispute

Copy and paste your license certificate text into the designated box, check the required declarations, sign, and click Submit.

Note: YouTube may take a few days to review your dispute. If approved, the claim will be removed, and you’ll be able to monetize your video as usual.
It is possible to avoid receiving a copyright claim on your future videos. To do this, using a generic AdRev key (AdKey) is essential.

Note: AdRev is a company specializing in music rights management and content monetization on YouTube. They work with artists, labels, and music libraries to detect the use of their tracks on the platform.

👉 What is a generic AdRev key (AdKey)?

An AdKey is a key provided by AdRev that certifies the legal use of licensed music on YouTube, preventing Content ID claims. We provide this key to PlayPlay users (via our music provider, Jamendo) to help YouTube recognize the music used in their videos.

👉 How do I use the AdKey to avoid claims?
- Before uploading your video to YouTube, add the AdKey: zP-9jqBrpy63XM to the video description and/or tags.
- By using this generic key, you significantly reduce the risk of claims and can publish your videos with peace of mind.
Note: Adding the key after uploading and after a claim has been made may cause delays in the authorization process.