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Monetizing H264 Videos Youtube
Summary
You can monetize videos using the h.264 codec on YouTube without needing a separate license from MPEG LA, as YouTubes license covers this. However, for free internet broadcasts outside of YouTube, licensing requirements may still apply. Always check the latest terms from MPEG LA and consult a legal professional for specific advice.Full Conversation
Can I monetize videos made under the h.* codec on YouTube without paying a license? It’s my videos not someone else’s btw
Hello Sean,
- Yes, you can monetize your videos made under the h.* codec on YouTube.
- YouTube's policies allow for the monetization of such content.
- However, always ensure the content does not infringe on any copyrights.
- Yes, you can monetize your videos made under the h.* codec on YouTube.
- YouTube's policies allow for the monetization of such content.
- However, always ensure the content does not infringe on any copyrights.
So I don’t have to pay a license to MPEG LA?
Hello Sean,
- Correct, as a content creator using the h.* codec on YouTube, you don't need to pay a license to MPEG LA.
- YouTube has a license that covers the usage of this codec on their platform.
- Correct, as a content creator using the h.* codec on YouTube, you don't need to pay a license to MPEG LA.
- YouTube has a license that covers the usage of this codec on their platform.
Does it end?
Hello Sean,
- The licensing terms for h.* codec are managed by MPEG LA.
- YouTube's license covers use on their platform but it's not known when/if this will terminate.
- It's recommended to keep updated with YouTube's policies and MPEG LA's licensing terms.
- The licensing terms for h.* codec are managed by MPEG LA.
- YouTube's license covers use on their platform but it's not known when/if this will terminate.
- It's recommended to keep updated with YouTube's policies and MPEG LA's licensing terms.
Should I be worried?
Hello Sean,
- As long as you're using YouTube to share your videos, there's no need to worry about licensing for the h.* codec.
- YouTube's agreement with MPEG LA covers this.
- Just ensure to adhere to YouTube's content guidelines.
- As long as you're using YouTube to share your videos, there's no need to worry about licensing for the h.* codec.
- YouTube's agreement with MPEG LA covers this.
- Just ensure to adhere to YouTube's content guidelines.
I mean if the videos are monetized
Hello Sean,
- Even if your videos are monetized, YouTube's license with MPEG LA still applies.
- This means you can continue to use the h.* codec without worrying about additional licensing fees.
- Even if your videos are monetized, YouTube's license with MPEG LA still applies.
- This means you can continue to use the h.* codec without worrying about additional licensing fees.
What about outside of YouTube if the video is free to the viewer?
Hello Sean,
- Outside YouTube, the licensing terms for h.* codec from MPEG LA may apply.
- If your videos are free to viewers, licensing requirements might still exist.
- It's recommended to contact MPEG LA for specific guidelines on this matter.
- Outside YouTube, the licensing terms for h.* codec from MPEG LA may apply.
- If your videos are free to viewers, licensing requirements might still exist.
- It's recommended to contact MPEG LA for specific guidelines on this matter.
I contacted them but they haven’t responded
I'm sorry to hear that. Sometimes, responses might take some time. Keep waiting and try to reach out to them through different channels if possible. Also, consider getting legal advice from a professional to understand your exact obligations outside of YouTube.
I thought MPEG LA said a license is not required if the h.* video is free to watch
Hello Sean,
- MPEG LA has indeed stated that there is no license needed for free internet broadcasts using the h.* codec.
- This policy is in effect until the end of the current terms of the AVC patents in the license.
- Always double-check with their current licensing terms to stay updated.
- MPEG LA has indeed stated that there is no license needed for free internet broadcasts using the h.* codec.
- This policy is in effect until the end of the current terms of the AVC patents in the license.
- Always double-check with their current licensing terms to stay updated.
Does it include free internet videos/broadcasts that are monetized?
Hello Sean,
- MPEG LA's policy doesn't specify if monetization affects the licensing requirement for free broadcasts.
- It's advised to get clarification from MPEG LA or a legal professional.
- Always adhere to the terms and conditions of the platform you're using.
- MPEG LA's policy doesn't specify if monetization affects the licensing requirement for free broadcasts.
- It's advised to get clarification from MPEG LA or a legal professional.
- Always adhere to the terms and conditions of the platform you're using.
But what about YouTube you said something about YouTube
Hello Sean,
- Yes, YouTube has a license with MPEG LA that covers the use of the h.* codec.
- This means you can monetize your videos on YouTube using this codec without needing your own license.
- Ensure to comply with YouTube's content guidelines to avoid any issues.
- Yes, YouTube has a license with MPEG LA that covers the use of the h.* codec.
- This means you can monetize your videos on YouTube using this codec without needing your own license.
- Ensure to comply with YouTube's content guidelines to avoid any issues.
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