Terms of Service

Last updated: December 17, 2025

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of TOPDJ platform ("Service") operated by TOPDJ ("us", "we", or "our"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
You must provide accurate and complete information
You are responsible for maintaining account security
One person may not maintain more than one account
You must notify us immediately of any security breaches

Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for all activities under your account
Keep your login credentials confidential
Update your information when it changes
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Content and Intellectual Property

Your Content

You retain ownership of content you upload (mixes, tracks, profiles)
You grant us a license to use, display, distribute, and enable sharing of your content
This includes permission for embed functionality and direct URL sharing
You represent that you have the right to upload and share your content
For DJ mixes: You confirm you have appropriate rights or fair use applies
You are responsible for ensuring your content doesn't infringe on others' rights
We may remove content that violates these Terms or applicable laws
You can control privacy settings and sharing permissions for your content

Copyright and DMCA

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please contact us with:

Your contact information
Description of the copyrighted work
Location of the allegedly infringing material
Statement of good faith belief that use is unauthorized
Statement that the information is accurate
Your physical or electronic signature

Audio Sharing and Platform Features

Encouraged Activities

TOPDJ is designed to be a vibrant platform for DJs and electronic music enthusiasts. We actively encourage and support the following activities:

Mix Sharing: Share your DJ mixes via external platforms (SoundCloud, Mixcloud, YouTube)
URL Integration: Link to your mixes hosted on external audio platforms
Embed Code Support: Use embed codes from audio platforms for seamless playback
Cross-Platform Linking: Connect content from multiple audio hosting services
Community Engagement: Comment, like, and interact with other creators
Profile Building: Create comprehensive DJ profiles with linked content
Music Discovery: Help others discover your mixes through our platform

Technical Features

Platform Integration

SoundCloud URL integration
Mixcloud embed support
YouTube audio linking
Direct MP3/audio URL support
Cover art and metadata display

Sharing Features

External platform linking
Embed code integration
Social media sharing
Profile customization
Track listing and tagging

How to Share Your Mixes

TOPDJ works as a centralized hub that connects to your content hosted on other platforms:

Upload your mix to SoundCloud, Mixcloud, YouTube, or host it yourself
Copy the public URL or embed code from the hosting platform
Add your mix to TOPDJ by pasting the URL or embed code
Add metadata, tracklist, and tags to help others discover your music
Share your TOPDJ profile to showcase all your mixes in one place

Pro Tip: Use embed codes when available for the best playback experience. URLs work great for basic linking and social sharing.

Copyright Compliance

While we encourage sharing, we also respect intellectual property rights:

Original mixes using copyrighted music are generally permitted under fair use
Credit original artists in your track listings when possible
Avoid uploading full copyrighted tracks without permission
Remove content if requested by legitimate copyright holders
Use our platform's tools to comply with licensing requirements

Prohibited Activities

You may not use our Service to:

Content Violations

Upload illegal or unauthorized content
Share copyrighted material without permission
Post hate speech or discriminatory content
Upload malicious software or viruses

Platform Abuse

Attempt to hack or compromise security
Create fake accounts or impersonate others
Spam users or flood the platform
Interfere with other users' experience

Commercial Misuse

Use automated systems without permission
Collect user data for commercial purposes
Resell or redistribute platform content
Compete directly with our services

Legal Violations

Violate any applicable laws
Infringe on intellectual property rights
Engage in fraudulent activities
Harass or threaten other users

Platform Guidelines

Community Standards

Treat all users with respect and courtesy
Provide constructive feedback and criticism
Support fellow DJs and artists in the community
Keep discussions relevant to electronic music
Report inappropriate content or behavior

Content Quality

Upload high-quality audio files when possible
Provide accurate track listings and credits
Use descriptive titles and tags
Include relevant genre and style information
Credit original artists and collaborators

Service Availability and Modifications

We strive to provide continuous service but cannot guarantee 100% uptime. We reserve the right to:

Modify or discontinue features with reasonable notice
Perform maintenance that may temporarily affect availability
Update these Terms as necessary for legal or operational reasons
Restrict access in cases of abuse or violation

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our data practices are governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with GDPR and other applicable privacy laws.

We collect only necessary data to provide our services
You can control your privacy settings and data sharing preferences
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data
We use cookies and tracking technologies as described in our Cookie Policy

Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimer

The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service.

Account Termination

Termination by You

Delete your account at any time
Stop using the Service
Request data deletion

Termination by Us

Violation of these Terms
Illegal or harmful activity
Extended inactivity
Business discontinuation

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. We may retain certain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Attempt to resolve disputes informally by contacting us
If informal resolution fails, binding arbitration may be required
Class action lawsuits are waived to the extent permitted by law
Some jurisdictions may not allow these limitations

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: legal@topdj.net

Terms Questions: terms@topdj.net

Copyright Issues: dmca@topdj.net

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by email or through the platform. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.