The writers and performers behind the iChill Music Factory are not registered with PRS, PPL or other collection societies. Because these societies do not represent the iChill Music Factory writers and performers, qualifying businesses that use eligible iChill music can avoid the standard public-performance licence fees associated with those societies.

Licence-free music refers to music that can be used under a specific licensing arrangement without the normal public-performance fees associated with represented music. With iChill, eligible businesses can use the collection for commercial background music under the applicable iChill terms.

No. iChill specifically states that its music is not royalty-free for recordings or videos. If you want to use iChill music in a video, social media content or advertising, you need the appropriate licence for that use.

No. iChill states that its music titles are not registered with PRS, PPL or other collection agencies worldwide. The music is controlled by New Music Productions Ltd.

Tell them that you are using the iChill Music collection and can provide evidence of your iChill licensing arrangement. iChill customers can request a licensing letter made specifically for their business after purchase.

It is the business’s responsibility to ensure that only eligible iChill music is being played if it is relying on the iChill licence-free arrangement.

Qualifying businesses that use eligible iChill music exclusively can benefit from iChill’s licence-free arrangement because its writers and performers are not represented by PRS, PPL or other collection societies. However, music from other sources can have separate licensing requirements.

If you play music from another source alongside iChill, that music may still be represented by PRS, PPL or another collection society. You remain responsible for any applicable licensing fees for music that is not covered by the iChill arrangement.

Not under the standard business background music arrangement. iChill states that if you want to use its music in a recording that will be sold, there is a fee and you should contact iChill for details.

Yes, but the appropriate licence must be purchased for video, social media or advertising use. The standard business background music arrangement should not be assumed to cover these uses.

Yes, iChill offers music for advertising and commercial video use, but the appropriate licence is required. Contact iChill or use the relevant licensed music products for this type of use.

No. The iChill licensing terms state that customers may not distribute, sell, rent, lease, sub-lease, assign or transfer the sounds in any format without written consent from New Music Productions Ltd.

The licence is connected to the customer and business purchasing the music. iChill’s licensing terms prohibit transferring or assigning the sounds without written consent from New Music Productions Ltd.

iChill states that its titles are not registered with PRS, PPL or other collection agencies worldwide. However, licensing requirements can vary by country and use, so businesses operating outside the UK should contact iChill to confirm the appropriate arrangement.

PRS for Music represents rights associated with musical works and the creators behind them, including songwriters, composers and publishers. iChill’s writers are not members of PRS.

PPL represents rights connected with recorded music, including performers and recording rightsholders. iChill’s writers and performers are not members of PPL.

For iChill, it refers to music created by writers and performers who are not represented by PRS, PPL or other collection societies. Qualifying businesses that use eligible iChill music can therefore avoid the standard public-performance fees associated with those organisations.

Yes. iChill was created as an alternative source of professional background music for businesses. Its collection is designed for commercial environments such as salons, spas, restaurants, cafés, yoga studios and other customer-facing spaces.

A personal music subscription should not automatically be treated as a commercial music licence. If your business wants to use music publicly, you should check the relevant commercial licensing terms. iChill provides a music service specifically designed around business use.

Yes. iChill offers subscription-based access to its music collection, along with app and web player access. The current subscription page lists a Standard subscription at £5.99 per month.

The current iChill subscription page lists the Standard subscription at £5.99 per month. It also lists a £3 per month Sonos access add-on and an £8.99 per month iChill and Sonos inclusive plan.

Yes. The iChill app page currently advertises a 14-day free trial with no obligation to continue after the trial. The website also contains older references to a 30-day trial, so customers should confirm the trial shown at the point of subscription.

Yes. The iChill app subscription is described as automatically renewing unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.

Subscription management depends on where you purchased the subscription. For app subscriptions, use the relevant account or app-store subscription settings and turn off automatic renewal before the renewal deadline.

The app page states that iOS payments are charged through the iTunes/Apple account, while Android users set up payment through their Play Store account.

Yes. The current subscription lists a Sonos access add-on for £3 per month and an iChill and Sonos inclusive plan for £8.99 per month.

The iChill web player states that it synchronises with the app and can run simultaneously on 5 instances, such as a computer and mobile phone, or on three mobile phones or tablets. An internet connection is required for the web player.

iChill states that multiple-location businesses can use its service depending on the applicable subscription and licensing arrangement. Businesses operating several premises should contact iChill to confirm the appropriate setup for all locations.

Yes. iChill provides the app for Android as well as iPhone.

Yes. The iChill app is available for iPhone and works with the iChill web player.

The iChill web player lets subscribers access their iChill music through a web browser. It synchronises with the app and can also be used to manage playlists from a computer.

Yes. The web player synchronises fully with the app, allowing playlists and playback to be managed across supported devices.

iChill provides a tutorial showing customers how to import downloaded music into iTunes. The FAQ page directs customers to the relevant tutorial for the process.

Yes. iChill’s FAQ states that customers can search for iChill Music Factory in the iTunes Store.

Yes. iChill states that Android users can purchase music directly through its website.

iChill states that customers have 24 hours to download files they have purchased.

The iChill FAQ provides separate download instructions for Mac, Windows and Android users. If you cannot locate your purchased files, follow the relevant download instructions or contact iChill support.

Yes. iChill’s online music catalogue includes individual songs as well as full album downloads. Current catalogue listings show individual tracks and albums available for purchase.

Prices vary depending on the track, album and product. Current listings include individual tracks and full album downloads, with prices displayed on the relevant product pages.

Yes. iChill offers physical CD collections as well as digital downloads, app access and web player access.

Yes. iChill provides background music suitable for beauty salons, hair salons and other customer-facing beauty businesses.

Yes. iChill has music specifically suited to spa, massage, relaxation and wellness environments, including collections such as Massage, Spa Dreams and Spa Paradise.

Yes. iChill provides music for yoga and Pilates environments, with relaxing and atmospheric collections designed to complement wellness sessions.

Yes. iChill’s collection includes music suitable for cafés, coffee shops and hospitality environments.

Yes. Hotels can use suitable iChill background music in qualifying commercial environments, including appropriate reception, lounge and guest-facing areas.

Yes. iChill music can be used in suitable commercial fitness environments. The music should be selected according to the atmosphere and activities taking place in each space.

Yes. iChill can provide background music for offices and professional environments, particularly reception areas, communal spaces and other customer-facing areas.

Yes. iChill’s collection can be used in appropriate waiting rooms, reception areas and other commercial healthcare environments, subject to the relevant licensing terms.

Yes. Background music can be used in waiting rooms and reception areas to create a more comfortable environment for visitors and customers.

Yes. iChill offers dedicated on-hold music in themes including Chillout, Classical Jazz, Relaxing and Uplifting. Its on-hold products carry a guaranteed PRS and PPL exempt lifetime licence according to the product page.

Yes. iChill states that customers can request a licensing letter made specifically for their business following purchase.

Tell iChill what type of business you operate, where the music will be played, whether you use any other music sources and whether the music will be used for background playback, video, advertising, on-hold or another purpose.

Contact iChill with details of your business and current music setup. The team can explain how the iChill licensing arrangement applies to your intended use.

You can contact the iChill team through the website for questions about licensing, subscriptions, business use, music purchases or other account-related queries.