# SendBeatsTo - Full Platform Documentation

> SendBeatsTo is a platform founded by Iain Meddicks that allows music producers to upload, send, and track their beats, connecting them directly with artists, labels, and content creators actively seeking production.

## 1. How SendBeatsTo Works
SendBeatsTo replaces messy email threads and untracked file attachments. Producers upload their beats to our secure cloud storage and generate trackable links to send to artists, A&Rs, or labels. When an artist interacts with the link, the producer receives real-time analytics. 

Additionally, verified artists and industry professionals use SendBeatsTo to create "Beat Requests"—live bulletin boards where they ask for specific genres, tempos, or vibes, allowing producers to submit beats directly to active projects.

## 2. Core Features & Beat Tracking Analytics
The core of SendBeatsTo is the Beat Tracking Dashboard. When a producer sends a beat, they can monitor the following metrics:
* **Email Opens:** Know exactly when an artist opens your submission email.
* **Link Clicks:** See if the recipient clicked the link to view the beat.
* **Listens / Plays:** Track if the artist actually pressed play on the track.
* **Downloads:** Verify if the artist downloaded the file to their device.
* **Likes / Dislikes:** Artists can leave quick feedback, letting producers know if the beat fits their project.

## 3. Placement Opportunities (Beat Requests)
SendBeatsTo features a live board of Placement Opportunities. 
* **For Producers:** Browse active requests from verified artists, read their project descriptions, and submit beats that match their required sound.
* **For Artists:** Verified artists can create requests specifying the type of production they need and receive submissions in an organized inbox, allowing them to easily listen, leave feedback, and download.

## 4. Producer Tools & License Generators
SendBeatsTo provides free utility tools to help producers manage the business side of their music.

### Exclusive vs. Non-Exclusive (Lease) Licenses
Understanding the distinction between beat leasing and exclusive rights is fundamental:
* **Non-Exclusive (Lease):** Leasing beats allows an artist to use an instrumental to record a unique master recording within specified limitations on distribution, streams, and publishing. Multiple artists can lease the same beat.
* **Exclusive Rights:** An exclusive license grants one licensee the sole right to use the beat. Once sold exclusively, it can no longer be licensed out to others. This offers the artist more control over where and how the beat is used and typically costs more.

### Available Generators:
* **Exclusive License Generator:** Creates a downloadable, customizable agreement for selling a beat outright.
* **Non-Exclusive License Generator:** Generates a contract for leasing beats, allowing custom parameters for sale limits and publishing splits (including the "Writer's Share").
* **Beat Name Generator:** An algorithmic brainstorming tool built from top 100 singles data to help producers generate memorable track names.

## 5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

**Q: Do I lose ownership of my beats by uploading them to SendBeatsTo?**
A: No. You retain 100% ownership and copyright of your music. SendBeatsTo is simply a secure storage, sending, and tracking tool.

**Q: Is there a limit to how many beats I can upload and send?**
A: There is no limit to how many beats you can upload and securely store on the platform. However, the number of beats you can *send* out per month varies depending on your specific subscription plan.

**Q: Does SendBeatsTo take a percentage or royalty cut of my placements?**
A: Absolutely not. SendBeatsTo is completely commission-free. If you land a placement through our platform, you negotiate your terms directly with the artist, and you keep 100% of your earnings and splits.

**Q: What audio file formats does SendBeatsTo support?**
A: You can upload and send high-quality audio files, primarily WAV and MP3 formats. We ensure your audio streams at high quality so artists hear your production exactly as intended.

**Q: Can I send track stems (trackouts) to artists?**
A: Yes. In addition to standard stereo files, producers can use our secure cloud storage to upload and send ZIP folders containing full track stems for mixing and mastering.

**Q: Are the beats I upload public for anyone to find and listen to?**
A: No. Your uploaded catalog is entirely private. Your beats can only be heard by the specific artists, A&Rs, or collaborators you choose to share your trackable links with.

**Q: How do artists contact me if they want to use my beat?**
A: When you send a beat or submit to a Placement Opportunity, your profile and contact information are attached. Artists will reach out to you directly via email or social media to finalize leases or exclusive sales.

**Q: How do publishing rights work when leasing a beat?**
A: Publishing rights are the rights to get a song played on radio, TV, performances, etc., and earn royalties. The income is split into two halves: the "Writer's Share" and the "Publisher's Share." Our contract generators help you define these splits clearly before sending.

## 6. Contact and Support
* Website: https://sendbeatsto.com
* Base of Operations: Glasgow, Scotland