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Launch of the Free Music Usage Application Portal

The Free BGM Association, a prominent organization dedicated to supporting free BGM composers and distribution platforms, has announced the launch of a new application portal on its official website starting October 22, 2025. This initiative aims to streamline the process for businesses looking to use free BGM in their video productions, games, events, commercials, and across broadcasting mediums like TV and radio.

Previously, companies had to navigate a cumbersome process to secure music usage rights. Each piece of music typically required individual permission from its composer, which can be time-consuming and inefficient for businesses regularly working with large volumes of music. Responding to this challenge, the Free BGM Association has taken significant steps to provide a solution through a non-exclusive management agreement that allows for proxy permission granting.

Addressing Business Concerns with Free BGM Usage

During its outreach efforts, the Free BGM Association identified several key concerns from businesses regarding the utilization of free BGM. These included:

1. Complexity in Obtaining Permissions: Businesses often found themselves overwhelmed by the necessity to obtain individual licenses from each composer, which diverted time and resources from their primary creative activities. This process can lead to significant delays in production timelines.

2. Legal and Compliance Issues: The rise of diversified content utilization means that works created for specific purposes, such as events and broadcasts, are frequently repurposed across different platforms. Legal teams within companies often expressed apprehension over the rights management associated with free BGM, leading to hesitance in utilizing these resources due to fear of potential legal repercussions.

The Solution: Non-Exclusive Management Agreements

To combat these issues, the Free BGM Association has implemented a system where music usage requests can be handled more efficiently. By establishing non-exclusive management contracts with BGM composers, the association acts as an intermediary that simplifies the communication process between businesses and composers. This means that users no longer need to dialogue directly with composers for permission, thereby expediting the acquisition of necessary licenses.

Furthermore, to alleviate legal concerns, the association ensures that musicians and composers support the initiative under these new management agreements, allowing it to issue usage licenses on their behalf. This structure not only enhances convenience for businesses but also maximizes compliance with legal standards, fostering a more secure environment for utilizing free BGM in various content.

Utilizing the New Application Portal

Businesses seeking to use free music can visit the official website of the Free BGM Association (https://freebgm.org/). A dedicated link at the top of the page guides users to the application form for music usage permissions, which is available for selected composers who support the initiative. This streamlined process is designed to benefit both creators and the associated music composers, establishing a healthier ecosystem for creative collaborations.

About the Free BGM Association

Formed in January 2024, the Free BGM Association operates from its headquarters in Chiyoda, Tokyo, with a vision to nurture an environment where both composers and users can confidently create and utilize music. The organization focuses on gathering and disseminating information related to free BGM and its distribution, fostering knowledge-sharing among composers.

Organizations or media representatives seeking additional information can reach out via the official contact page or email at [email protected]. The Free BGM Association is committed to enhancing the ease and safety of using free BGM in all creative endeavors.