Does Shotcut.io bypass YouTube Partner Program (YPP) requirements?

No. Shotcut.io leverages YouTube’s licensed music royalty system. It does not replace or bypass YPP eligibility. It can provide additional music-royalty revenue on eligible Shorts and must follow YouTube policies.

How do royalties relate to my existing AdSense/Shorts revenue?

Royalties from licensed tracks are separate from AdSense/Shorts ad revenue. If you are in YPP, royalties can complement your existing earnings; availability and rates are determined by YouTube’s systems and rights-holder rules.

When are payouts made?

Payouts follow our posted schedule after reporting is received from platforms. Reporting can be delayed by platform processing times.

Shotcut.io - Earn Music Royalties on YouTube Shorts

Effective date: June 12, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Shotcut.io’s website or services (the “Service”), you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have verifiable guardian consent.
You are responsible for compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

3. Accounts

Provide accurate information during onboarding.
Keep your account credentials secure; you are responsible for activities under your account.
We may suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms or misuse of the Service.

4. Intellectual Property

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5. Creator Monetization

Participation in royalty distributions may require acceptance of additional agreements (e.g., a non-exclusive revenue share agreement) during onboarding. You agree to submit accurate Short links and to use only licensed music provided by Shotcut.io for eligible uploads. Our service does not replace or bypass eligibility for the YouTube Partner Program (YPP); royalties, when available, complement your existing ad revenue and are governed by platform and rights-holder rules.

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8. Payments

Payouts (where applicable) are typically on a net‑90 basis from the close of a reporting month and are subject to receipt of platform reports, successful review, and compliance checks. You are responsible for providing accurate payout details and for any transaction fees charged by payment providers.

9. Channel Requirements

Channels must comply with applicable platform policies (e.g., YouTube). You must own/manage the channel you connect and ensure videos adhere to copyright law and music usage rules. Channels should include Shorts uploads that use licensed tracks for royalty eligibility.

10. Disclaimers

The Service is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee earnings, performance, or availability.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Shotcut.io’s total liability for any claims relating to the Service shall not exceed the amounts paid (if any) to you in the 12 months preceding the claim.

12. Governing Law & Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws applicable to Shotcut Inc. Disputes will be resolved in the competent courts of that jurisdiction, unless otherwise mandated by law.

13. Changes

We may update these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via the website or email. Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the revised Terms.