If a Content ID claim has been placed on a video using your audio, and you believe the claim is incorrect or needs review, you may request a dispute. This page explains what a Content ID dispute is, when you should dispute a claim, and how to request a dispute through the SunoDistro dashboard.

What Is a Content ID Claim Dispute?

A Content ID claim dispute is a formal request to review or remove an existing Content ID claim applied to a specific video.

Disputes are typically raised when:

• You are the rightful owner of the audio

• The video is authorized to use your music

• The claim was applied incorrectly

Disputing a claim does not automatically remove Content ID from your audio. It only applies to the specific video and claim in question.

When You Should Dispute a Claim

You should consider disputing a Content ID claim if:

• The video belongs to you (official or promotional upload)

• You have permitted the video to use your audio

• The claim was placed due to incorrect matching

• The video should not be monetized or restricted

If the claim is valid and the video is unauthorized, disputing it is not recommended.

When You Should NOT Dispute a Claim

Do not dispute a claim if:

• The video uses your audio without permission

• You do not own exclusive rights to the audio

• The content includes leased beats or third-party material

Incorrect disputes may result in:

• Claim rejection

• Loss of Content ID privileges

• Policy warnings

How the Dispute Process Works

The dispute process follows these steps:

1. A claim is identified on a specific video

2. A dispute request is submitted with details

3. The claim is reviewed under Content ID policies

4. The claim may be released, upheld, or adjusted

All disputes are processed according to YouTube policies. Final decisions are made by YouTube, not SunoDistro.

How to Dispute a Content ID Claim on SunoDistro

To dispute a Content ID claim, you must raise a support ticket from your dashboard.

Steps:

1. Log in to your SunoDistro dashboard

2. Go to Support / Help

3. Raise a new ticket

4. Select Content ID → Claim Dispute

5. Provide:

   • YouTube video URL

   • Track name

   • Reason for dispute

   • Proof of ownership (if requested)

Once submitted, our team will review and forward the dispute where applicable.

Important Things to Know

• Disputes are reviewed on a case-by-case basis

• Processing time depends on YouTube’s review timeline

• Revenue may be held during dispute review

• Repeated invalid disputes may lead to restrictions

SunoDistro only assists with valid disputes and reflects the final outcome exactly as reported.

Key Takeaways

• Disputes apply to specific claims, not entire audio

• Only raise disputes when you have valid rights

• SunoDistro does not override YouTube decisions

• Final enforcement is controlled by YouTube

Need Help?

If you are unsure whether a claim should be disputed or whitelisted instead, raise a ticket from your SunoDistro dashboard. Our support team will guide you with the correct option.