How to File a Copyright Dispute and Protect Your Music – Forward Digital
By Osvaldo, March 20, 2025

At Forward Digital, we understand how important it is to protect your music. If you believe your work has been used without permission, you have the right to file a copyright dispute. Below, we’ve outlined the steps you can take to request a takedown directly with major digital service providers (DSPs).
How to File a Copyright Dispute
If you are the copyright owner or an authorized representative, you can request a takedown directly from the DSPs using their official forms. Here’s a comprehensive list of where to submit your request:
DMCA/Copyright Submission Forms
Spotify – Submit Here
iTunes/Apple Music – Submit Here
Beatport – Submit Here
Amazon – Submit Here
YouTube – Submit Here
SoundCloud – Submit Here
Facebook – Submit Here
Instagram – Submit Here
TikTok – Submit Here
Audiomack – Submit Here
KKbox – Submit Here
Mixcloud – Submit Here
Pandora – Submit Here
Snapchat – Submit Here
Twitch – Submit Here
For Platforms Without a Form, Use These Contacts:
Deezer – dmca@deezer.com
Traxsource – copyright@traxsource.com
Tidal – support@tidal.com
Napster – dforman@napster.com
Tencent – qqmusic155@tencent.com
Boomplay – support.boomplay@transsnet.com
JioSaavn – legal@jiosaavn.com
Resso – copyright@resso.app
What to Include in Your Copyright Claim
When submitting a takedown request, you should include the following details:
Your Information
First and Last Name
Individual/Company/Brand that owns the work
Mailing Address
Email
Link to the original work or proof of ownership
Details of the Copyright Infringement
What type of content is being infringed? (Sound recording, artwork, trademark, etc.)
Link to the infringing content
Proof showing the infringement
Brief explanation of the situation
Required Legal Statements
You must also include the following declarations in your request:
Good Faith Statement:
I have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
Accuracy Statement:
The information in this notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, I am authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
What Happens Next?
Once you submit your dispute:
The DSP will review your request and take action if they determine it is valid.
If additional verification is needed, they may request more details.
If the content is removed, the uploader may have an opportunity to file a counterclaim.
While we hope this process resolves your issue, we cannot guarantee a specific outcome. If your dispute is not resolved or requires legal escalation, we recommend consulting an attorney.
For further inquiries, visit https://fwdmusic.com/en/support
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