Music Licensing Knowledge Center

Everything businesses need to know about playing music legally —16 country guides, 33 collecting society profiles, and 8 free tools.

By Country

Music licensing requirements, PRO profiles, and fee tables for 16 countries.

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Collecting Societies

Detailed profiles for 33 collecting societies including STIM, GEMA, PRS, ASCAP, BMI, and more.

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Streaming Service Legality

Is Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube legal for business use? Country-by-country legality tables for 12 services.

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Venue Types

BPM recommendations backed by academic research for 25 venue types, plus country-specific licensing costs.

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Free Tools

PRO fee calculators, streaming compliance checkers, and music selection tools.

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Glossary

Definitions for 38+ music licensing terms including public performance right, blanket licence, and neighbouring rights.

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