Suno Terms of Service Explained: What You Can and Can't Do
A plain-English breakdown of Suno's terms of service. Understand your rights and restrictions before using AI-generated music commercially.
Disclaimer: This is a summary for educational purposes. Always read the full terms of service and consult a lawyer for specific legal advice. Terms may change—verify current terms on Suno's website.
Overview
Suno's terms of service govern what you can do with the music you create on their platform. Understanding these terms is essential before using Suno content in videos, podcasts, games, or any commercial project.
As we covered in our recent news about Suno reaching 10 million users, the platform has become massively popular. That means more creators need to understand these rules.
Who Owns What?
This is the most important question. Here's how Suno's terms break down ownership:
Your Inputs
You retain ownership of any prompts, lyrics, or other content you provide to Suno. The platform doesn't claim rights over your creative inputs.
Generated Outputs (Paid Tiers)
With a paid subscription, you receive broad usage rights to your generated content. This includes commercial use rights, though important caveats apply (see restrictions below).
Generated Outputs (Free Tier)
Free tier generations are for personal, non-commercial use only. You cannot monetize free tier content on YouTube, use it in paid products, or include it in commercial projects.
Note that "ownership" here refers to usage rights under the platform's terms—not necessarily . As we explain in our comprehensive copyright guide, AI-generated content may not be copyrightable under current law.
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SubscribeCommercial Use
Paid subscribers can use Suno-generated content commercially. This includes:
- Monetized YouTube videos
- Podcasts with ads or sponsorships
- Background music for commercial products
- Social media content with revenue
- Client work (with some limitations)
Free tier users cannot use generated content commercially. Period. If you're monetizing your content in any way, you need a paid subscription.
Restrictions
Even with a paid subscription, certain uses are prohibited:
Training Other AI Models
You cannot use Suno outputs to train competing AI music models.
Claiming Exclusive Rights
You cannot claim exclusive copyright or prevent others from using similar AI-generated content.
Misrepresentation
Some jurisdictions now require AI disclosure. Claiming AI-generated content as entirely human-created may violate platform terms and local laws.
Harmful Content
Standard restrictions apply against creating harmful, illegal, or rights-infringing content.
Recent Changes
Suno has updated its terms several times as the platform has grown. Key changes in 2024 include:
- Clarified commercial use rights for Pro/Premier subscribers
- Added language about AI training restrictions
- Updated indemnification clauses related to copyright claims
- Added provisions about content moderation and removal
Terms can change at any time. Suno typically notifies users of material changes via email, but it's your responsibility to review updates.
Key Takeaways
- 1Free tier = personal use only. No commercial use whatsoever.
- 2Paid tiers = commercial use allowed with restrictions.
- 3Usage rights ≠ copyright. See our copyright guide.
- 4Read the actual terms. This is a summary, not legal advice.
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