RULES & LEGAL
Fair rules. CLEAR answers.
ALL SOUNDS, ONE STAGE.
UNFILTERED is built for fairness, transparency, and trust. These rules and policies protect artists, fans, and the integrity of the competition.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN IN
ALL LEGAL DOCUMENTS
The OFFICIAL record
Terms and Conditions
The master terms governing access to and participation in the UNFILTERED platform and competition.
View Document →Official Rules Framework
The official rulebook for entry mechanics, scheduling, and evaluation across the competition.
View Document →Rules and Regulations
Detailed rules covering registration, content, conduct, submissions, and enforcement.
View Document →Participant Agreement and Release
Commitments, releases, and safety acknowledgments required of every participant.
View Document →Arbitration Clause
How disputes are resolved, including arbitration procedures and opt-out rights.
View Document →Methodology and Mechanics
The scoring model, competition stages, and advancement methodology explained.
View Document →Winner Affidavit and Tax Declaration
Eligibility affidavit, identity verification, and tax certification for confirmed winners.
View Document →Parental / Legal Guardian Consent Form
Required consent and rights acknowledgment for participants under the age of majority.
View Document →Music Licensing Rights Agreement
Licensing terms for submitted music, publishing splits, and rights conflicts.
View Document →Media and Broadcasting Rights Release
Rights granted for filming, broadcast, and media use of participant performances.
View Document →Sponsorship Contracting Framework
Contracting standards for sponsorship packages and brand partnerships.
View Document →Legal and Compliance
An overview of the governing document stack and compliance controls.
View Document →Privacy and Data Protection
Core data protection principles, security governance, and incident response.
View Document →Privacy and Data Protection Compliance Addendum
Processor duties, breach notification, and cross-border transfer terms.
View Document →Competition Enforceability Agreement
Binding effect, severability, and digital acceptance of the governing documents.
View Document →STRAIGHT ANSWERS
No fine print. Just CLEAR answers.
- Who can see my submission?
- Your submission is reviewed by the UNFILTERED team during screening. Public-facing content is only shown after approval and based on the competition phase.
- Is my audition video public?
- No. Audition videos are for screening and internal review only unless otherwise stated in the applicable submission terms.
- Can I delete my submission?
- Yes, before the applicable screening cutoff. After that, support review may be required.
- How is activity verified?
- UNFILTERED applies anti-bot and integrity review measures to streams, shares, and account activity used for rankings.
- Who can access my data?
- Only authorized personnel and service providers acting under platform privacy and security controls.
- What does screening look for?
- Originality, musical quality, eligibility, authenticity, and alignment with the competition requirements.
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