Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 2026
Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using catalog.fm (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and catalog.fm. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Description of Service
catalog.fm is a subscription-based music streaming platform dedicated to independent artists. The Service allows users to:
- Stream music from independent artists
- Discover new music through human curation
- Purchase digital albums and tracks
- Create and manage playlists
- Follow artists and receive updates
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time without prior notice.
User Accounts
Account Creation:
To access certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.
Account Security:
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
Account Termination:
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for any reason, including violation of these Terms, without prior notice or liability.
Subscriptions and Payments
Subscription Plans:
catalog.fm offers subscription-based access to the Service. Subscription fees are billed on a recurring basis according to your chosen plan (monthly or annual).
Payment Processing:
By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method provided. You authorize us to charge your payment method for all fees associated with your subscription.
Automatic Renewal:
Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless you cancel before the renewal date. You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings.
Refunds:
Subscription fees are non-refundable except as required by law. If you cancel your subscription, you will continue to have access to the Service until the end of your current billing period.
Price Changes:
We reserve the right to change subscription prices at any time. Price changes will be communicated to you in advance and will take effect at the start of your next billing period.
Content and Intellectual Property
Ownership:
All content available through the Service, including music, artwork, text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by catalog.fm or our content providers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Limited License:
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial use only.
Restrictions:
You agree not to:
- Copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from any content available through the Service
- Use any automated system to access the Service
- Circumvent any technological measures used to protect the Service or content
- Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
Artist Content:
Artists who upload content to catalog.fm retain ownership of their content. By uploading content, artists grant catalog.fm a worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display the content in connection with the Service.
User Content:
You may submit content such as playlists, comments, and reviews. By submitting content, you grant catalog.fm a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content in connection with the Service.
User Conduct
You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You agree not to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe on the rights of others
- Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
- Upload or transmit viruses or malicious code
- Spam or send unsolicited messages
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
- Collect user information without consent
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or through your account settings. Upon termination by either party, you will no longer have access to any content or data associated with your account.
Disclaimers and Limitations
Service "As Is":
The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
Limitation of Liability:
To the fullest extent permitted by law, catalog.fm shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses.
Maximum Liability:
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from or related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
Digital Purchases
Purchasing Content:
In addition to subscription access, you may purchase individual albums or tracks for permanent download. All purchases are final and non-refundable except as required by law.
Download Access:
Purchased content will be available for download through your account. You are responsible for backing up your downloaded content. We are not responsible for any loss of purchased content.
License:
Purchased content is licensed, not sold, to you for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not redistribute, sell, or publicly perform purchased content.
Privacy and Data
Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you agree to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, but we cannot guarantee absolute security. You acknowledge that you provide your information at your own risk.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms on the Service or by sending you an email notification.
Your continued use of the Service after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the Service.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which catalog.fm operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except where prohibited by law.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
- Email: legal@catalog.fm
- Address: catalog.fm Legal Department
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified to the extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by catalog.fm.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies or guidelines posted on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and catalog.fm regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.