EasyMusicLicense vs Collecting Societies (GEMA, SACEM, SGAE)
How dealing directly with collecting societies compares to using EasyMusicLicense.
What are collecting societies?
Collecting societies (CMOs) are organizations that collect license fees on behalf of music rights holders. Major European CMOs include GEMA (Germany), SACEM (France), SGAE (Spain), and SIAE (Italy).
The traditional approach: Deal with each CMO separately
Traditionally, a business operating in multiple EU countries would need to:
- Register with each country's collecting society
- Pay separate license fees to each CMO
- Navigate different fee structures and bureaucratic processes
- Manage multiple renewal dates and certificates
The EasyMusicLicense approach
EasyMusicLicense handles all of this on your behalf. One subscription, one certificate, complete EU compliance — no need to interact with individual collecting societies.
| Individual CMOs | EasyMusicLicense | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of agreements | 1 per country | 1 total |
| Setup time | Weeks to months | Under 5 minutes |
| Digital certificate | Varies | ✅ Instant |
| Single invoice | ❌ | ✅ Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EasyMusicLicense recognized by collecting societies?
EasyMusicLicense operates in compliance with EU copyright law and relevant CMO frameworks. Our certificates are valid documentation for your business.
See why EasyMusicLicense is the right choice
Get licensed in under 5 minutes. Valid across the EU.
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