What Is Music Publishing?

Music distribution and music publishing are two totally different things. Music publishers collect the royalties that don't come from distribution. Are you collecting yours?

Songwriters earn more $$ with TuneCore Publishing.

$75 one-time fee

What We Do For Songwriters

Register Your Songs Worldwide

As your publishing administrator, we register your songs globally so you're covered everywhere.

  1. 1

    TuneCore Publishing 🤝 Your PRO

    We work together with your local PRO to help you collect the royalties they can't.

  2. 2

    Simplified Admin

    Easily register your songs, review royalty statements & view advanced analytics all in one place.

Collect More Royalties

We work with thousands of pay sources worldwide to get you all the revenue you deserve. Spend more time making and releasing music, and let TuneCore collect your publishing royalties.

  1. Keep 100% of Your Copyrights

    Collect your royalties without sacrificing ownership.

  2. Collect up to 20% more* from your streams on Spotify and Apple Music

    Registered songs can earn up to 20% of what is generated by distribution.

  3. Venues, Radio, Restaurants, Bars and More

    More public performance royalties in your pocket.

  4. YouTube and Social Media

    Maximize your mechanical royalties.

What Our Songwriters Think

Join TuneCore Publishing

If you’re a songwriter, you’re owed royalties. Collect what’s yours today.

FAQs

Can I sign up for music publishing administration if I’m already signed up with a PRO (Performing Rights Organization)?

What’s the difference between a PRO and a publishing administrator?

What happens after I sign up?

How long until I get paid?