# Pricing *Updated: January 2026* Choose the plan that fits where you are in your music career. Start simple and upgrade as you grow. *** ## Distribution Only — $50/year **Perfect if you just want your music on streaming platforms.** ### What You Get * Your music on 100+ platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, etc.) * You keep 100% of your streaming royalties * No commission, no hidden fees ### Best For * Testing the platform * Artists managing their own publishing * Anyone not earning significant royalties yet *** ## Publishing Admin — $129 first year, $99 renewal **For artists ready to collect ALL their royalties professionally.** ### Everything in Distribution, Plus: * **ASCAP publishing administration** - We register and collect your performance royalties * **MLC mechanical royalties** - We collect when your music is streamed or downloaded * **SoundExchange assistance** - We help you set up collection for internet radio plays * **Quarterly statements** - Clear reporting on what you earned and where it came from ### What This Means When your music plays anywhere—radio, streaming, background music in stores—you're owed money. Most independent artists miss out on thousands because they don't know how to collect it all. We handle the complicated stuff so you don't leave money on the table. ### Volume Takes 15-20% commission on publishing royalties we collect (NOT your streaming royalties) ### Best For * Artists earning streaming income * Musicians who want professional publishing management * Anyone tired of dealing with ASCAP/MLC paperwork ### What's NOT Included * Copyright registration (you'd file yourself) * Marketplace access (Full Coverage only) *** ## Full Coverage — $199 first year, $149 renewal **Complete professional rights administration + marketplace access.** ### Everything in Publishing Admin, Plus: * **1 copyright filing per year** (up to 10 songs) - We professionally file with the U.S. Copyright Office * **Marketplace eligibility** - Sell fractional revenue streams as NFTs and raise money from fans ### Why Copyright Matters Registered copyrights give you legal protection and unlock sync licensing opportunities (getting your music in TV, film, ads). The Copyright Office charges $85 to file up to 10 songs—we include one filing per year and handle the paperwork. ### Why Marketplace Access Matters Need $5,000 to record your next album? Instead of a loan, sell 20% of your future streaming revenue to fans. They invest in you, share in your success, and you keep full ownership of your music. ### Additional Filings Need more than one copyright filing per year? **$85 per additional filing** (up to 10 songs each) ### Volume Takes 15-20% commission on publishing royalties (same as Publishing Admin) ### Best For * Serious artists building a professional catalog * Musicians who want to fund projects without debt * Anyone ready for complete rights administration *** ## Quick Comparison | | Distribution | Publishing Admin | Full Coverage | | ---------------------------- | ------------ | ---------------- | ------------- | | **First Year** | $50 | $129 | $199 | | **Renewal** | $50 | $99 | $149 | | **100+ Platforms** | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | | **100% Streaming Royalties** | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | | **ASCAP Publishing** | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | | **MLC Mechanicals** | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | | **SoundExchange Help** | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | | **Quarterly Statements** | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | | **Copyright Filing** | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ 1/year | | **Marketplace Access** | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | | **Volume Commission** | 0% | 15-20% | 15-20% | *** ## How Publishing Admin Works ### What You Do 1. Create a free ASCAP writer account (we'll help) 2. Sign our publishing agreement 3. Make music ### What We Do 1. Register your songs with ASCAP under our publisher account 2. Register your songs with The MLC for mechanicals 3. Help you set up SoundExchange 4. Collect all the royalties you're owed 5. Send you quarterly statements and payments ### Important Notes **ASCAP**: You need a free ASCAP writer account and must share your ASCAP ID with us **SoundExchange**: You apply yourself to keep full ownership of your masters (we recommend this) **SongTrust**: For artists earning significant international royalties, we can help you add SongTrust ($100 setup + 15-20% commission). But start with our free MLC registration first—most artists don't need SongTrust until they're earning globally. *** ## Copyright Registration Details ### What It Costs Normally * **Single song**: $65 (Copyright Office fee) * **Group of up to 10 songs**: $85 (Copyright Office fee) ### What Full Coverage Includes One group filing per year (up to 10 songs) with professional preparation and submission. ### Additional Filings $85 per additional filing if you need more than one per year *** ## Marketplace Requirements To sell on the Marketplace, you must have: ✅ Full Coverage subscription ✅ Volume managing your ASCAP publishing ✅ Volume managing your MLC mechanicals ✅ Copyrights registered on your tracks ✅ Proven revenue history ### What You Can Sell * Fractional ownership of future revenue streams * Individual tracks or whole catalog * Publishing, recordings, or both ### What You Keep * 100% copyright ownership * 100% master ownership * Full creative control ### Marketplace Fees * **$99 minting fee** per track * **85% of sale goes to you**, 15% to Volume * **2% royalty on resales** back to you forever *** ## Which Plan Should You Choose? ### Start with Distribution if: * You're just getting started * You're not earning significant royalties yet * You want to test Volume first ### Upgrade to Publishing Admin if: * You're earning streaming income * You want to collect ALL royalties (not just streaming) * You're tired of missing out on publishing money ### Go with Full Coverage if: * You're building a serious music career * You want legal protection through copyright registration * You want to raise money by selling fractional revenue on the Marketplace * You're ready for complete professional administration *** ## Still Have Questions? 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