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Creative Commons sound effects

Free CC0 creative-commons sound effects for games, apps, videos, and podcasts. 329 sounds.

Most downloaded creative-commons sounds

Top 30
Atmospheric soundscape featuring ocean waves and coastal sounds recorded near the sea.·audio, beach
1:18
A cinematic, atmospheric music piece with space-themed elements.·background-music, beat
1:01
A collection of folk and indie guitar loops and samples for music production.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A gentle acoustic guitar loop suitable for background music.·acoustic-guitar, background-music
2:02
Warm Rhodes electric piano note panning across the stereo field, handy for chill transitions or intros.·c5, abstract
0:06
A unique piano loop designed for creative music production, suitable for various genres.·folk, indie-folk
0:08
A diverse set of vocal samples perfect for adding unique textures to your music.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A soothing melody perfect for uplifting music projects or background scores.·folk, indie-folk
0:08
A charming acoustic loop perfect for indie music projects and storytelling.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A collection of percussion loops that add depth and texture to any musical arrangement.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A collection of melodic guitar and vocal loops for creative music production.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A versatile collection of samples for various music production needs.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A diverse set of vocal samples perfect for layering in various genres.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A charming collection of acoustic sounds perfect for indie music projects.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A collection of soulful vocal samples, ideal for adding depth to folk or indie tracks.·folk, indie-folk
0:06
A collection of acoustic guitar loops suitable for both personal and commercial projects.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A variety of vocal loops perfect for adding depth to your music projects.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A versatile collection of musical samples ideal for both personal and commercial projects.·folk, indie-folk
0:08
A collection of indie folk loops featuring guitar and vocal harmonies for creative music production.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A collection of melodic samples ideal for personal and commercial music production.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A set of synth loops perfect for adding unique textures to your music projects.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A vibrant percussion loop ideal for adding rhythm to folk or indie tracks.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A melancholic guitar loop that evokes emotion, suitable for reflective music compositions.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A unique tuba rhythm that adds depth and character to various musical genres.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
An evocative guitar loop that can enhance dramatic storytelling in music.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
An uplifting percussion loop that inspires positivity and energy in music.·folk, indie-folk
0:08
A poignant percussion loop that complements emotional music themes effectively.·folk, indie-folk
0:16
A dynamic guitar loop that energizes tracks, suitable for upbeat music styles.·folk, indie-folk
0:08
A thoughtful melody that encourages introspection, perfect for narrative-driven music.·folk, indie-folk
0:11
A heartfelt vocal loop that adds a personal touch to any musical arrangement.·folk, indie-folk
0:06

Lots of Sounds API

Get creative-commons sounds from code

Search the full CC0 catalog from your app, game or AI agent with the REST API or the MCP server.

curl
curl -G https://api.lotsofsounds.com/api/v1/sounds \
  -H "x-api-key: $LOS_API_KEY" \
  --data-urlencode "tags=creative-commons" \
  --data-urlencode "limit=10"

Questions

What are creative commons sounds used for?
Creative Commons sounds are commonly used in apps, games, videos, podcasts, and interactive media projects.
Can I use these sounds commercially?
Yes. Every sound is CC0: free for personal and commercial use, with no attribution required. A credit link to lotsofsounds.com is appreciated but optional.
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