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Terms of Use

1. Summary

This page sets out the terms and legal conditions governing the relationship between the users of this website and Music Notation Hub Inc., the owner and operator of the website www.musicnotationhub.com.

Music Notation Hub Inc. is a corporation incorporated under the laws of Canada, operating in Ontario, Canada, and conducts business under the name “Music Notation Hub.”

As a user of this website, it is important that you read and understand these terms before continuing to use the site. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

2. General Conditions of Use

These General Conditions regulate the use of the web pages that form the website www.musicnotationhub.com (the “Website”), owned and operated by Music Notation Hub Inc.

Access to and use of the Website, including all content and services made available through it, are subject to these General Conditions. Any person who accesses or uses the Website (“User”) agrees to comply with and be bound by these General Conditions, as well as all applicable laws and regulations.

Music Notation Hub Inc. reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Website or any part of its content or services, at any time and without prior notice.

3. Collection of Personal information 

The collection, use, and protection of personal information provided by Users through the Website are governed by our Privacy Policy.

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your personal information in accordance with its terms and applicable Canadian privacy laws.

4. User’s Obligations and Intellectual Property

All content published on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, audio, video, downloads, and design elements, is the property of Music Notation Hub Inc. or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. No content from the Website may be reproduced, distributed, modified, or exploited, in whole or in part, without the prior written authorization of Music Notation Hub Inc.

Where Music Notation Hub Inc. provides music transcription, engraving, or notation services, the following terms apply:

a) Third-Party Copyrighted Works

If the Client requests transcription or arrangement of a musical work for which the Client does not own or control the copyright, the resulting materials are provided solely for private, non-commercial use. Music Notation Hub Inc. does not grant any license or authorization to publish, distribute, resell, perform, broadcast, or otherwise exploit such materials.

The Client acknowledges that they are solely responsible for obtaining any required permissions, licenses, or clearances from the relevant copyright holders before any public or commercial use. Music Notation Hub Inc. does not provide legal advice regarding copyright clearance and assumes no liability for unauthorized use of copyrighted works.

b) Client-Owned or Authorized Works

If the Client confirms that they are the copyright holder of the musical work, or that they are duly authorized by the copyright holder, the Client is free to use the resulting transcription, engraving, or arrangement without restriction. Music Notation Hub Inc. does not claim ownership of the underlying musical composition.

c) Rights in Notation, Transcription, and Arrangement Work

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Music Notation Hub Inc. retains all rights in the notation, transcription, engraving, and arrangement work it creates. Upon full payment, the Client is granted a non-exclusive, perpetual license to use the deliverables for their intended purpose, subject to applicable copyright laws and third-party rights.

Music Notation Hub Inc. retains the right to reuse, adapt, publish, or license such notation or arrangement work, including for portfolio, educational, promotional, or third-party publication purposes, provided that such reuse does not violate the rights of the original copyright holders.

d) Confidentiality and Opt-Out

At the Client’s request, and where agreed in writing prior to the commencement of the project, Music Notation Hub Inc. may treat specific projects as confidential, in which case the related materials will not be disclosed, reused, or published.

e) Buyout of Arrangement and Notation Rights

Music Notation Hub Inc. may offer, by separate written agreement and for an additional fee, a buyout of the arrangement and notation rights created as part of the services. Where such a buyout is agreed, the relevant deliverables shall, to the extent permitted by law, be considered a work made for hire for the Client. To the extent that the deliverables do not qualify as a work made for hire, Music Notation Hub Inc. assigns to the Client all right, title, and interest in the arrangement or notation work created.

For the avoidance of doubt, any buyout applies only to the arrangement or notation work created by Music Notation Hub Inc. and does not include ownership of, or publishing rights to, the underlying musical composition. The Client remains solely responsible for securing any required permissions or licenses from the original copyright holders.

f) Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or content owned or operated by third parties. Music Notation Hub Inc. has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites. References to such content will be removed where required by law once notified.

5. Terms of Sale

By placing an order through the Website, you are offering to purchase a service subject to these Terms of Use. All orders are subject to acceptance by Music Notation Hub Inc. and availability of services.

All services provided by Music Notation Hub Inc. are custom services. Once work has commenced, orders cannot be canceled and payments are generally non-refundable, except where otherwise agreed in writing.

Delivery times are provided in good faith and are based on the information available at the time of order confirmation. Music Notation Hub Inc. makes every reasonable effort to meet agreed timelines and will communicate promptly with the Client should any adjustment become necessary due to project complexity or unforeseen circumstances.

Music Notation Hub Inc. reserves the right to refuse or decline any request at its sole discretion. If your order is accepted, you will receive confirmation by email outlining the agreed scope of services. Only the services expressly listed in that confirmation email form part of the contract between you and Music Notation Hub Inc.

When placing an order, you represent and warrant that all information provided is accurate and complete, and that you either own or have the necessary rights or authorization to submit any musical materials provided for transcription, engraving, or arrangement.

Any additional services requested beyond the original scope, including but not limited to revisions outside the agreed scope, confidentiality requests, or buyouts of arrangement or notation rights, may be subject to additional fees and must be agreed upon in writing.

6. Our Contract

A contract between the Client and Music Notation Hub Inc. is formed only once Music Notation Hub Inc. has confirmed acceptance of the requested services in writing, typically by email.

The contract covers solely the services expressly described in the confirmation email or written agreement. Any additional services, revisions, or changes requested after acceptance may require a separate agreement and may be subject to additional fees.

Email communications and written confirmations issued by Music Notation Hub Inc. form an integral part of the contract and are binding on both parties.

7. Pricing and Availability

Music Notation Hub Inc. strives to ensure that all information, descriptions, and prices displayed on the Website are accurate and up to date. However, errors may occasionally occur.

If an error is discovered in the pricing of a service you have ordered, Music Notation Hub Inc. will inform you as soon as reasonably possible and provide you with the option to reconfirm the order at the correct price or cancel the order. If you choose to cancel and payment has already been made, a full refund will be issued.

All services are subject to availability. Music Notation Hub Inc. reserves the right to modify pricing, service offerings, or availability at any time prior to order acceptance.

8. Payment

Payment terms will be specified at the time of order confirmation. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, payment for services is due upon invoicing and prior to delivery of final files.

Music Notation Hub Inc. may carry out standard authorization or verification checks through its payment providers to ensure that sufficient funds are available to complete the transaction.

Accepted payment methods may include credit or debit cards, bank transfers, or other payment methods made available by Music Notation Hub Inc. from time to time. Payments must be made in the currency specified on the invoice.

9. Disclaimer of liability

The Website and all services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While Music Notation Hub Inc. makes every reasonable effort to deliver services with care and professionalism, no guarantee is made that the Website or services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of technical issues.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Music Notation Hub Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, loss of data, or business interruption, arising out of or in connection with the use of the Website or the services provided.

In all cases, the total liability of Music Notation Hub Inc. for any claim arising out of or relating to the services shall be limited to the total amount paid by the Client for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Music Notation Hub Inc. shall not be liable for any damages arising from the illicit, unauthorized, or inappropriate use of the Website or from the Client’s failure to obtain necessary rights, licenses, or permissions related to copyrighted materials.

10. Complaints and Disputes

Music Notation Hub Inc. is committed to addressing complaints and resolving disputes in a fair and timely manner. If you have any concerns, complaints, or comments regarding the Website or services, you are encouraged to contact us first so that we may attempt to resolve the matter informally.

Complaints should be submitted in writing and include sufficient details to allow proper review. Music Notation Hub Inc. will make reasonable efforts to respond and seek a resolution within a reasonable timeframe.

11. Applicable Laws and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use, and any relationship between Music Notation Hub Inc. and the Users of the Website or services provided through it, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms of Use or the services provided shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Ontario, Canada.

12. Updates to these Terms

Music Notation Hub Inc. reserves the right to modify or update these Terms of Use at any time, without prior notice. Any changes will take effect immediately upon being published on the Website.

Continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms of Use.

These Terms of Use were last revised on Jan 1, 2026.