Artlist is a creator-focused marketplace for music, sound effects, stock footage, and motion templates under a straightforward, royalty-free license. The big draw is simplicity: one subscription unlocks a huge catalog you can use across YouTube, podcasts, ads, client work, and film projects without navigating per-asset restrictions. You browse curated collections or search by mood, genre, tempo, instruments, duration, and energy to quickly land on a track that fits your scene or campaign.
Beyond music, Artlist’s ecosystem covers SFX for foley and transitions, plus footage and motion graphics for intros, titles, and product shots. The assets are production-ready, so you can drop them into Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, or your DAW and move on. If you work on campaigns or series, saved collections and “similar track” suggestions make it easy to keep a consistent sonic and visual identity across episodes or ads.
The licensing model is designed for speed and peace of mind. Projects published while your subscription is active stay cleared forever, even if you cancel later, which makes planning hand-offs and archive use less stressful. For teams and agencies, higher-tier plans typically expand rights for client work and multi-seat needs. The practical workflow is simple: audition watermarked previews, lock a shortlist, license with your plan, and export—no legal scavenger hunt required.
FAQs
What is Artlist used for?
Finding and licensing music, SFX, footage, and templates for videos, podcasts, ads, social content, and films.
Is the license really royalty-free?
Yes. You pay a subscription and can use licensed assets in eligible projects without ongoing royalties.
Can I monetize on YouTube and social platforms?
Yes. The license is built for monetized channels and ads; if a claim appears, you can resolve it through Artlist’s guidance.
What happens if I cancel my subscription?
Anything you published while subscribed remains cleared. New uses after cancellation aren’t covered.
Does Artlist include sound effects and footage, or just music?
It spans music, SFX, stock footage, and motion templates—handy if you want all core assets in one place.
How is Artlist different from typical stock sites?
It emphasizes a universal, easy-to-understand license and curated catalogs, reducing back-and-forth on usage rights.
Can agencies use Artlist for client projects?
Yes—choose a plan that explicitly covers client work and team members.
Do I need to credit the artist?
Attribution isn’t usually required, but it’s appreciated; check the license details for your plan.
Can I download previews before committing?
You can audition and test edits with previews, then export the final cut once licensed under your subscription.
What software does it work with?
Any standard editor or DAW—Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, Logic, and similar tools.