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1. The Comprehensive Royalty Collection Strategy

Part 1 • Three-Part Registration Structure for 100% Streaming Royalties

Collecting 100% of your royalties requires a multi-pronged approach. You cannot rely on a single entity to collect everything. Each part of the "three-part registration" is responsible for collecting a specific type of royalty generated from a specific source. By meticulously setting up each component, you create a robust ecosystem that ensures all money your music earns is properly tracked and paid out to you, the creator.

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In this module: Three-Part Registration Structure for 100% Streaming Royalties10 steps
  1. 1The Comprehensive Royalty Collection Strategy
  2. 2Part 1: Your Digital Distributor (Master Recording Royalties)
  3. 3Part 2: Your Performing Rights Organization (PRO) (Performance Royalties)
  4. 4Part 3: Your Publishing Administrator (Mechanical Royalties & Global Collection)
  5. 5The Flow: How Royalties Reach You
  6. 6The Interplay: Why All Three Are Necessary
  7. 7Why You Need a Publishing Administrator (Even if You're a PRO Member)
  8. 8Strategic Implications: Building a Comprehensive Income Stream
  9. 9Common Mistakes to Avoid
  10. 10Your Definitive 3-Part Royalty Collection Checklist