![]() ![]() There are 2 main parts we need to understand about the DMCA to get an idea of how we got to where we are today. It’s an attempt to form a comprehensive approach that (in a nutshell) protects things like music, games, movies, images and software from being used without the permission of the rightful owner or owners. The DMCA is a law that was passed way back in 1998 by the United States Federal Government. With that out of the way, let’s start at the law that is the source of all this confusion: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Always consult an attorney for legal advice! The information given here is generalized and lacks the depth or specificity to be used in a legal argument. *Disclaimer* This article is not intended to be legal advice. To keep things simple, we’ll only be using the context of music and individual songs. In this article, we’ll try to explain, in the simplest terms possible, how this music licensing affects you. It’s a confusing maze of legal terms and scary consequences! ![]() One of the most complex facets of being a content creator is understanding the often convoluted nature of music licensing. ![]()
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