CDLC Agreement

Custom DLC Posting Guidelines

1. Quality Standards

• Content Approval: We reserve the right to hide or delete any records from our database that do not meet our Charting Standards.
• Bug-Free Requirement: CDLC containing game-breaking bugs are not tolerated.
• User Accountability: Users who post problematic CDLC will receive warnings and may face further moderation action.

2. Prohibited Content

• Official Content: Do not post any official Rocksmith 1 or Rocksmith 2014 content, including:
  • Included songs.
  • Official DLC.
  • Live versions of official content.
• Official Songs (ODLC): CDLC of official songs is strictly prohibited due to licensing restrictions.

3. Monetization Restrictions

• Link Monetization:
  • Using AdFly or other link redirection methods to monetize downloads will result in a warning.
  • Continued attempts will lead to a ban.
• Direct Monetization:
  • Monetizing CDLC or tabs through any means is not allowed, including external sites or link shorteners.
• Commissioned Content:
  • CDLC and tabs can be commissioned but cannot be monetized.

4. Hosting Requirements

• Approved Hosts: Use only approved hosting services such as:
  • Google Drive, OneDrive, MediaFire, Mega, PCloud, Dropbox
• Download Performance:
  • Hosting sites must not limit download speeds or implement download queues.
• Registration-Free:
  • Do not use hosting services that require user registration (e.g., 4shared).

5. Versioning and Updates

• Version Format:
  • Use only numerical formats in the version field (e.g., 1.0, 2.0, 5.3).
  • Only one period is allowed (e.g., 9.9).
  • Version numbers much match to what is on Customsforge and within your download folder (e.g., if it's v.2 on CF, it should redirect to v.2 in your download folder)
• Charting Guidelines Compliances:
  • Any CDLC uploaded to our database must comply with the charting guidelines.

6. Reporting and Resolution

• Report Notifications:
  • If your CDLC is reported, you will receive a notification.
  • Respond and resolve all reports in a timely manner to avoid your CDLC being abandonned, disabled or removed.
• Grace Period:
  • CDLC with reported issues have a two-week grace period to be updated before being marked as abandonned from our database.
    Please at the very least respond to the report discussion within that 2 weeks to let the moderators know if you can or want to resolve it.
  • All reports are emailed to the creator.
• Reply as Resolution:
  • You must reply to discussions to indicate resolution.

7. AI Assistance

• Allowed Usage:
  • AI can be used for audio tasks, such as creating stems to aid in tablature creation.
• Restrictions:
  • The tablature must not be solely generated by AI.
  • Any AI-assisted CDLC must comply with charting guidelines and undergo thorough self-testing to ensure quality.

8. Content Appropriateness

• No Offensive Material:
• Ensure all CDLC aligns with community standards by excluding offensive, inappropriate, and any content prohibited within the CustomsForge rules.

9. Metadata and Descriptions

• Accurate Information:
  • Provide clear and accurate metadata, including song titles, artist names, and descriptions to help users understand the content and quality of the CDLC.

10. Support and Maintenance

• Ongoing Support:
  • Creators are responsible for supporting their CDLC and addressing any user-reported issues. If you cannot maintain support, your CDLC may be designated as orphaned, allowing another user to take over updates and bug fixes. The new CDLC author must credit the original creator.

11. Compliance and Enforcement

• Right to Enforce:
  • We reserve the right to enforce these guidelines strictly.
  • Non-compliance may result in warnings, removal of content, or banning from the platform.

Adding CDLC Guidelines

1. Correct Artist Name

• Ensure the artist's name is spelled correctly. If unsure, refer to the database to see how other users have named the band.
  • Example: Use "Guns N' Roses" instead of "Guns 'N Roses"

2. Correct Song Name

• Ensure the song name is spelled correctly and make sure it doesn't include anything extras on the end that's not found in the original song title.
  • Example: "Metallica - One", instead of "Metallica - One (Charter's Version)"
• Extras that should not be included in the Customsforge entry are:
  • (Charter's Version)
  • (Multitrack)
  • (Multipitch)
  • (feat. Artist)
  • (X's Cover)

There are tags available for the above that should be used instead, and a devoted Features field on the upload page for any featured artists.

Double check how the song title is formatted on other streaming platforms like Spotify/ Apple Music etc. if you are unsure, or ask in the CF #creators channel on Discord.

3. Verify Album and Artist Formatting

• Confirm that your album and artist names match the format of existing titles.
• If you notice discrepancies in multiple records, please inform a staff member for correction. You can submit a ticket as well.

4. YouTube Song Preview Link

• Add a YouTube link for the song preview.

5. Album Artwork

• Add album artwork, preferably sourced from Wikipedia.
• Ensure the link to the artwork is HTTPS.

6. Song Year and Duration

• Year: Include the year the song was released.
• Duration: Duration is recommended but not required.

7. Release Notes

• Use the release notes section to provide important information and details about any updates made.

8. PSARC File Naming

• Use the correct naming format for PSARC files: Artist - Song Title - Version
• Files that do not end with _p.psarc (for PC) or _m.psarc (for Mac) will be deleted from our database.

9. Accurate Information

• Ensure all information is filled out accurately and completely.
• Include details such as:
  • If the song uses a capo
  • Utilizes a whammy bar
  • Uses a 5 or 6-string bass, etc.

10. Platform-Specific Links

• Windows PC: Provide the Windows PC link in the designated location.
• Mac: Provide the Mac link for the Mac release.
• Note: Console versions are no longer supported in our database.

11. Folder Structure for CDLC

• Do not use online folders for multiple CDLC (different songs).
• Use one folder per song if releasing on multiple platforms or providing a multi-tracks version.

12. File Format Restrictions

• Do not link to RAR, ZIP, or other archive file formats.

13. Dynamic Difficulty (DD) Versions

• Do not upload non-DD versions.

14. Comprehensive Details

• Always ensure to provide comprehensive details about the song, including but not limited to any instrument requirements.

15. Quality Assurance

• Before submitting, thoroughly test your CDLC to ensure it functions correctly and adheres to the charting guidelines.

By adhering to these guidelines, you help maintain a high-quality, reliable, and enjoyable experience for all CustomsForge users.
Thank you for your cooperation and contributions!