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Music Publishing

Songtrust

Global music publishing administration that ensures creators get paid for every note

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Category
Software
Ideal For
Independent Songwriters
Deployment
Cloud
Integrations
None+ Apps
Security
Secure data encryption, role-based access controls, compliant with international rights management standards
API Access
Yes - enables integration with music platforms and royalty tracking systems

About Songtrust

Songtrust is a comprehensive music publishing administration platform designed to help songwriters, producers, and rights holders efficiently manage and collect publishing royalties on a global scale. The platform simplifies the complex landscape of international music publishing by providing automated registration, tracking, and collection of royalties from various revenue streams including mechanical, performance, and synchronization rights. Songtrust connects creators with over 200+ collecting societies and music publishers worldwide, ensuring maximum royalty collection with minimal manual effort. The platform enables creators to maintain focus on their artistry while Songtrust handles the administrative burden of rights registration, licensing, and payment processing. Through AiDOOS, organizations can scale their publishing administration operations, optimize royalty tracking workflows, and ensure seamless integration with existing music business systems, enabling faster collection cycles and improved financial visibility across global markets.

Challenges It Solves

  • Complexity of registering and managing music rights across multiple international jurisdictions and collecting societies
  • Loss of publishing royalties due to incomplete registrations or missed revenue collection opportunities
  • Time-consuming manual processes for tracking songs, managing metadata, and claiming rightful payments
  • Difficulty monitoring and collecting synchronization, mechanical, and performance royalties from various sources
  • Limited visibility into publishing revenue streams and royalty payment timelines

Proven Results

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Increased global royalty collection and recovery of unclaimed payments
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Reduced administrative overhead through automated publishing management
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Faster royalty payment processing and improved cash flow visibility

Key Features

Core capabilities at a glance

Global Registration Network

Register with 200+ collecting societies worldwide automatically

Comprehensive global coverage ensures maximum royalty recovery

Automated Royalty Tracking

Real-time monitoring of publishing royalties across all revenue streams

Complete visibility into mechanical, performance, and sync royalties

Song Metadata Management

Centralized repository for all song details and publishing information

Accurate registrations prevent royalty losses and disputes

Direct Deposit Payments

Receive royalties directly without intermediaries

Faster payments and higher earnings retention

Performance & Sync Rights Management

Track and collect all types of publishing revenue

No revenue stream left uncollected or unmonitored

Publishing Dashboard

Comprehensive analytics and reporting of all royalty sources

Data-driven insights into publishing performance and earnings

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Real-World Use Cases

See how organizations drive results

Independent Songwriters
Solo artists and songwriters who need to register and collect publishing royalties independently without a traditional publisher. Songtrust automates global registration and ensures they receive all earned royalties.
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Maximize royalty collection from all global sources
Music Producers
Producers managing publishing rights for tracks they've produced. Songtrust tracks and collects mechanical and performance royalties automatically across all platforms.
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Automated tracking reduces manual management time
Independent Record Labels
Smaller labels administering publishing for their catalog. Songtrust provides enterprise-level rights management and royalty collection at scale without building internal infrastructure.
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Professional publishing administration at scale affordably
Music Catalog Owners
Rights holders managing acquired or inherited music catalogs. Songtrust enables efficient management and monetization of entire catalogs across global markets.
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Unlock hidden revenue from existing music catalog

Integrations

Seamlessly connect with your tech ecosystem

S

Spotify for Artists

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Seamless integration to register and track performance royalties from Spotify streaming

Y

YouTube Content ID

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Direct connection for claiming and managing sync and performance royalties from YouTube videos

A

Apple Music

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Integration for tracking mechanical and performance royalties from Apple Music streams

A

Amazon Music

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Automated royalty tracking and collection from Amazon Music platform

P

PRO Systems (ASCAP, BMI, SESAC)

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Direct integration with major performing rights organizations for performance royalty registration

M

Mechanical Licensing Services

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Connection to mechanical rights agencies for automatic royalty collection on reproductions

I

International Collecting Societies

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Integration with 200+ global collecting societies for worldwide royalty administration

Virtual Delivery Center · A new delivery category

A Virtual Delivery Center for Songtrust

Pre-vetted experts and AI agents in the loop, assembled as a delivery pod. Pay in Delivery Units — universal pricing across roles, seniority, and tech stacks. No hiring, no contracting, no procurement cycle.

  • Plans from $2,000 — Starter Pack, 10 Delivery Units, 90 days
  • Refundable on unused Delivery Units, anytime — no questions asked
  • Re-delivery guarantee on acceptance miss
  • Pre-flight delivery sizing — you see the plan before you commit
Get a delivery plan for Songtrust What’s a Virtual Delivery Center?

How a Virtual Delivery Center delivers Songtrust

Outcome-based delivery via AiDOOS’s VDC model. Why VDC vs traditional consulting? →

Outcome-Based

Pay for results, not hours

Milestone-Driven

Clear deliverables at each phase

Expert Network

Access to certified specialists

Implementation Timeline

1
Discover
Requirements & assessment
2
Integrate
Setup & data migration
3
Validate
Testing & security audit
4
Rollout
Deployment & training
5
Optimize
Performance tuning

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Songtrust ensure I receive royalties from all sources globally?
Songtrust maintains relationships with over 200 collecting societies, PROs, and mechanical licensing agencies worldwide. Upon registration, your songs are automatically submitted to eligible organizations in each territory, ensuring coverage across all major markets and revenue streams.
Can I use Songtrust if I already have a publisher?
Songtrust works with existing publishing arrangements. If you own your publishing rights, Songtrust administers collection. If you have a co-publishing deal, Songtrust can administer your share. Consult with your publisher regarding integration details.
How long does it take to receive royalty payments?
Payment timelines vary by source, typically ranging from 6-18 months depending on the collecting society or platform. Songtrust provides dashboard visibility into expected payment dates and automatically deposits funds when received from each source.
What metadata information do I need to provide for song registration?
You'll need song title, writers, composers, ISWC codes (if available), and recording details. Songtrust's dashboard guides you through required fields for each territory, and the platform supports bulk uploads for managing large catalogs efficiently.
How does AiDOOS enhance Songtrust deployment?
AiDOOS enables scale deployment of Songtrust across your organization, streamlines royalty administration workflows, integrates with your existing music business systems, and provides governance frameworks for managing publishing rights across multiple catalogs and territories.
Does Songtrust handle synchronization rights licensing?
Songtrust administers sync royalty collection but does not license tracks for synchronization. For licensing your music for film, TV, or commercials, you'll use separate sync licensing platforms while Songtrust collects the resulting royalties.

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