Suno will implement download limits for users starting September 2026 amid ongoing legal challenges, aiming to improve music quality.
Beginning September 3, 2026, Suno, the AI music generator, will impose download restrictions for its users. Free accounts will be limited to seven downloads, while Pro users can download up to 20 tracks monthly. Premier subscribers will have a higher cap of 60 downloads per month. Users of Suno Studio, the professional music production tool, will not face these restrictions.
This policy change is aimed at enhancing music quality, as Suno's management believes that a balanced music ecosystem relies heavily on human creativity. They argue that limiting downloads will help prevent the mass export of music by unethical users, although the decision appears to be influenced by legal challenges.
Legal Background
The new download limits are part of a settlement with Warner Music Group, which was reached in November 2025 after a copyright infringement case. This agreement included provisions for future download restrictions. In contrast, Suno is still facing lawsuits from Universal and Sony in a Massachusetts federal court, with potential damages nearing $9 billion. If these companies prevail, Suno may be forced to adopt a licensing model.
In July, a German court ruled against Suno in a copyright infringement case initiated by GEMA. Meanwhile, competitor Udio has banned all track downloads following a similar agreement with Universal.
Broader Content Concerns
The issues affecting Suno are reflective of broader challenges within the AI sector, where low-quality content generated by AI has proliferated online, impacting the training of large language models and leading to issues like "model collapse." A study by Ahrefs in April 2025 revealed that over 74% of newly indexed content on Google appeared to be auto-generated.
In light of these challenges, Suno plans to introduce protective technologies, including watermarks and metadata tagging, alongside new models developed in partnership with the music industry. The company recently secured $400 million in funding, raising its valuation to $5.4 billion. Earlier this year, Suno also launched an update that allows users to create personalized AI models and generate music using their own voices.
