Epidemic Sound vs Artlist: which is safer for YouTube?
Built only from our sourced data. Report counts reflect what's been publicly reported and logged here, not how often each library gets claimed overall — popular libraries get more reports.
| Epidemic Sound | Artlist | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Subscription library | Subscription library |
| Credit | Not stated here | Not stated here |
| Sourced claim reports in our database | 2 | 1 |
| Claimants named in reports | Epidemic Sound | None named |
Epidemic Sound
License: Subscription license; channel must be connected (safelisted) to your account.
Claims handling: A claim from Epidemic means YouTube detected its music but could not confirm a license. Fix: safelist the channel or video, confirm the subscription was active when published, then contact support. Content published as a 'listening experience' is not covered. Unlicensed use is monetized by Epidemic rather than removed. Videos published during an active subscription stay cleared; ones published after cancelling get monetized by Epidemic.
Reported claims (2)
- Epidemic Sound track (long-form video) — Not stated
- Eagle — Claim left in place; support said 'no impact'
Artlist
License: Subscription license (see Artlist terms).
Claims handling: Artlist music is registered in YouTube Content ID. Add your channel or video URL to the Clearlist (while subscribed) to prevent or release claims; release can take up to 24 hours. Claims from 'Artlist Ltd' usually mean the channel isn't on the Clearlist; for 'Artlist Ltd (Music Publishing)' dispute on YouTube, then Clearlist. Can't clear music not downloaded under an active subscription.
Reported claims (1)
- Unnamed Artlist track — Disputed; pending in thread
Bottom line
Neither option guarantees zero claims. Keep your license proof for every download, follow each library's own claim process, and check the track's page here before you publish.