How to Use Music to Keep 100% of Your Revenue.

If you’re a content creator, this is for you.

Nothing’s worse than putting time into your reel, seeing the views climb, and then realizing Facebook is sharing your money with a music owner.

Most creators don’t realize this: when you use a copyrighted song, Facebook/Instagram detects it automatically. You’ll still earn money, but the platform will split some of your revenue with the original artist. That means your post isn’t paying you fully; it’s paying both you and the rights owner.

Here’s the good news: you can still use music and keep 100% of your earnings.

What Happens When You Use Someone Else’s Music

When you upload a post or reel with a popular song, Facebook can flag it as licensed music.

• You won’t get blocked.

• You’ll still earn.

• But… you only get a percentage, since Facebook shares part of your ad revenue with the music owner.

That’s why some creators see “copyright/revenue” messages in their dashboards. It's just Facebook letting you know that your money is being split.

Safe Music Options for Creators

Here’s a quick list of safe music options you can use without worrying about losing revenue:

• Facebook/Instagram’s built-in music library is always safe, and you keep full revenue.

• Canva audio: Royalty-free music included with a subscription.

• YouTube Audio Library (free)Browse and download at: YouTube Audio Library.

• Paid options for serious creators: Platforms like Epidemic Sound, Artlist, and Soundstripe offer huge libraries of royalty-free music. Perfect if you want variety and never want to worry about rights.

  
  

Smart Move

Before posting, always check if the track is marked as “Eligible for monetization” in the music picker. If it does, you keep 100% of your revenue. Simple step, big difference.

Why This Matters

Creators are finally starting to see their content as a real income stream, and you deserve to keep every dollar you’ve earned. Don’t let something as small as a song choice cut into your revenue.

The more intentional you are with your music, the more money stays in your pocket.

Final Thoughts

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