Freesound
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What both publish
| Fact | Freesound | SoundDogs |
|---|---|---|
| Download formats | Freesound supports MP3, FLAC, Ogg Vorbis, and AIFF/WAV sound files. | The About page lists immediate downloads in AIFF, WAV, and MP3 formats. |
| Licensing | Sound uploaders choose among CC0, CC BY, and CC BY-NC licenses, so commercial use and attribution requirements depend on the sound’s license. | Purchased sound effects include a lifetime, non-transferable worldwide license for synchronization and master use rights, subject to the listed restrictions. |
| Privacy and security | Freesound says it applies legally required measures to protect personal data confidentiality and integrity, and its privacy policy lists data hosting and user email through Amazon in the United States. | The privacy policy says the site uses industry-standard security measures but cannot guarantee absolute security; it also states that it does not sell, trade, or rent personal information. |
Freesound plans
- FreeFree
SoundDogs plans
- Sound Effects$2.75, paid once
- Production Music$22, paid once
- Annual Subscription$240 a year
Pick Freesound if…
Freesound suits creators looking for individually licensed audio material or community members who want to share sounds. Developers and institutions may also find its API or data-pack options relevant, subject to their access terms.
Pick SoundDogs if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.