4 Simple Steps To Play Background Music On YouTube

If you’re a YouTube content creator, you know that background music can be a great way to enhance your videos. It can set the mood, create an atmosphere, and even help to keep your viewers engaged. However, if you’re not careful, using background music on YouTube can also lead to copyright strikes and other penalties. In this article, we’ll show you how to play background music on YouTube without getting into trouble. We’ll also provide some tips on choosing the right music for your videos.

The first step is to make sure that you have the rights to use the music you want to use. If you’re not sure whether or not you have the rights to use a particular song, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and not use it. There are a number of websites where you can find royalty-free music that you can use in your videos. Once you’ve found some music that you want to use, you’ll need to download it to your computer.

Once you’ve downloaded the music to your computer, you’ll need to add it to your YouTube video. To do this, open up the YouTube video editor and click on the “Audio” tab. Then, click on the “Add audio” button and select the music file that you want to use. You can then adjust the volume of the music and set it to start and end at specific points in your video. Once you’re happy with the way the music sounds, you can click on the “Save” button and publish your video.

Choosing Copyright-Free Music

To avoid potential copyright violations, you must choose copyright-free music for your YouTube videos. There are several platforms that offer vast libraries of royalty-free and copyright-free music. Here are some of the best options:

Online Music Libraries

There are numerous online music libraries that provide royalty-free and copyright-free music. These platforms often have a large selection of genres and styles to choose from. Some popular online music libraries include:

Platform	Features
YouTube Audio Library	Offers a wide variety of free music tracks and sound effects
Epidemic Sound	Subscription-based service with unlimited access to over 35,000 tracks
AudioJungle	Marketplace for commercial-free music, designed for creators
SoundCloud	Platform where creators can share original and copyright-free music

Independent Artists

You can also support independent artists by reaching out to them directly and requesting permission to use their music. Many creators are willing to collaborate with YouTubers to gain exposure for their work.

Public Domain Music

Music that is no longer under copyright is considered public domain. This means you can use it without obtaining permission or paying any royalties. However, it’s important to verify the copyright status before using public domain music.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you’re having trouble playing background music on YouTube, try the following troubleshooting tips:

1. Check your internet connection

Make sure you have a stable internet connection. A weak or intermittent connection can cause background music to stop playing.

2. Refresh your browser

Sometimes, simply refreshing your browser can fix the issue. Close all open tabs and then reopen the YouTube video you’re trying to watch.

3. Clear your browser’s cache and cookies

Clearing your browser’s cache and cookies can help to resolve issues with background music playback. Here are instructions on how to do this:

Browser	Instructions
Google Chrome	Click the three dots in the top-right corner of the browser window, then select “Settings”. Scroll down to “Privacy and security” and click “Clear browsing data”. Select “Cached images and files” and “Cookies and other site data”, then click “Clear data”.
Mozilla Firefox	Click the three lines in the top-right corner of the browser window, then select “Options”. Click “Privacy & Security” in the left-hand menu, then click “Clear Browsing Data”. Select “Cached Images and Files” and “Cookies and Site Data”, then click “Clear Data”.
Safari	Click the Safari menu in the top-left corner of the browser window, then select “Preferences”. Click the “Privacy” tab, then click “Manage Website Data”. Click “Remove All” to clear all website data, or click “Remove All” next to a specific website to clear its data.

4. Disable browser extensions

Some browser extensions can interfere with YouTube playback. Try disabling all browser extensions and then try playing the background music again.

5. Check your system volume

Make sure that your system volume is turned up. You can check your system volume by clicking on the speaker icon in the task bar.

6. Check your YouTube account settings

Make sure that your YouTube account is set to allow background music playback. You can check your account settings by clicking on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the YouTube window, then selecting “Settings”.

7. Try a different browser

If you’re having trouble playing background music in one browser, try using a different browser. Some browsers may have better support for background music playback than others.

8. Update your browser

Make sure that your browser is up to date. Outdated browsers may not support background music playback.

9. Contact YouTube support

If you’re still having trouble playing background music on YouTube, you can contact YouTube support for help. You can contact YouTube support by clicking on the “Help” link in the bottom-left corner of the YouTube window, then selecting “Contact us”.

How to Play Background Music on YouTube

YouTube is a video-sharing platform that allows users to upload, view, and share videos. You can also add background music to your YouTube videos to make them more engaging and enjoyable. Here’s how to do it:

Sign in to your YouTube account.
Click on the “Create” button.
Select the “Video” option.
Click on the “Add music” button.
Select the music that you want to add to your video.
Click on the “Save” button.

Your background music will now be added to your video. You can adjust the volume of the music by clicking on the “Volume” button.