This article explains how to legally use copyrighted music in YouTube videos. It also contains information about the restrictions on using copyrighted music on YouTube.

Using commercial music as the background for your YouTube video without permission can be a violation of U.S. copyright law. The music rights holder can file a copyright claim on your video, which could result in the video being taken down or the audio being removed. The good news is that there are options to help you stay legal with your YouTube music playlist.

Log in to YouTube using a computer browser.

Click on your profile picture in the top right corner of the screen and click YouTube Studio in the menu that appears.