songproof.com

What It Is

SongProof is a blockchain proof-of-existence SaaS for music creators. It is designed to record when a work existed, whether the file has been altered, and who created it before a song is released, distributed, or sent to a label/publisher. The service makes clear that it does not replace official copyright registration; instead, it acts as a “first line of defense,” providing supporting evidence for future disputes, negotiations, or takedown requests.

Core Features and Collaboration

The platform supports uploading MP3, WAV, and FLAC files, generating cryptographic fingerprints and anchoring them to the Polygon and Bitcoin blockchains: Polygon provides fast, low-cost timestamping, while Bitcoin offers long-term secure anchoring. Certificates include the file hash, on-chain timestamp, ownership, and contributor metadata. For multi-person works, SongProof can record a split sheet, including each creator’s ownership percentage, and lock the split information through smart contracts. This makes it suitable for co-writing, songwriting camps, and producer collaboration. Original files are stored in a private vault; the copy states they are encrypted and not made public, with only the hash recorded on-chain.

Pricing

SongProof uses a credit-based model with no monthly subscription. 1 credit registers 1 song, and credits do not expire. The first song is free and does not require a credit card. Paid pricing ranges from $2.99 for a single song to $24.99 for a 25-song pack, with the lowest rate at about $0.99/song. High-volume enterprise registration is available via custom contact. The terms also mention that, for an additional fee, users can authorize SongProof to submit an application to the U.S. Copyright Office on their behalf, though results are not guaranteed.

Pros and Cons

Its advantages are low entry cost and a straightforward workflow, making it especially suitable for independent musicians who want to quickly establish a timeline before release. The dual-chain design is more verifiable than a single private database, and split recording also helps reduce the risk of verbal agreements in music collaboration. The limitations are that the legal weight of the certificate varies by jurisdiction, and the platform does not guarantee that courts will accept it or that copyright registration will succeed. It also does not disclose enterprise software features such as an API, third-party integrations, team permissions, audit logs, SOC 2, or ISO certification.

Who It’s For and Access from China

SongProof is better suited to independent musicians, songwriters, producers, small labels, and publishers who want to retain evidence when sending out, releasing, submitting, or completing collaborative works. Large rights organizations that require serious rights management, royalty settlement, and compliance auditing will still need to combine it with formal copyright registration, PRO/CMO services, or professional copyright management systems. The copy does not specify access from China or supported payment methods. Its blockchain-based proof, USD pricing, and U.S./Canadian legal context may also create localization costs; users in mainland China should also consider Chinese copyright registration or local electronic evidence preservation services as alternatives or complements.