# How should agencies handle contracts, rights, and licensing for creators?

> Agencies should use clear contracts that cover usage rights, licensing, deliverables and payment terms upfront. Platforms like Influentials simplify this by…

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**Agencies should use clear contracts that cover usage rights, licensing, deliverables and payment terms upfront.** Platforms like Influentials simplify this by handling agreements within the workflow, so both the brand and creator are protected without extra legal hassle.