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Performing Rights Organizations (P.R.O.)
Register with P.R.O.s to collect royalties when your music is publicly performed
What is a P.R.O.?
A Performing Rights Organization (P.R.O.) is an entity responsible for collecting and distributing royalties to music creators when their songs are publicly performed. This includes plays on radio, TV, streaming services, live venues, and commercials.
Types of Royalties:
- • Performance Royalties
- • Mechanical Royalties
- • Digital Royalties
- • Synchronization Royalties
Key Benefits:
- • Automatic royalty collection
- • Global performance tracking
- • Legal protection
- • Industry networking
Major U.S. P.R.O.s
BMI
Free
Popular with independent musicians
Register with BMIASCAP
$50
Member-focused and highly transparent
Register with ASCAPSESAC
Invite-only
Personalized service and exclusive access
Register with SESACSoundExchange
Free
Focus on digital performance royalties
Register with SoundExchangeRegistration Steps
1
Choose a P.R.O.
Research BMI, ASCAP, SESAC, and SoundExchange to find the best fit for your music
2
Create an Account
Register as a songwriter, composer, or publisher on their website
3
Submit Your Works
Upload song details including title, co-writers, and publisher information
4
Monitor Your Earnings
Track royalties through the P.R.O.'s online dashboard and receive quarterly payments