Copyright and royalties

Navigate the complex world of music rights, copyrights and royalty management.

Samples, covers and copyright: what is allowed?
Find out more about samples, licenses, uploading covers, remixes and avoiding copyright infringement.
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Learn more about artificial streams
An artificial stream is a stream that doesn't reflect genuine user listening intent, including any instance of attempting to manipulate DSPs by using automated processes (via bots or scripts). The consequences of opting into (paid) services that promise more streams, followers or playlist placements can be quite severe. Learn more about the risks in this guide.
— 2 min
How to set up royalty splits in Make Waves
Add royalty splits directly to the platform and invite collaborators to receive their share.
— 6 min
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Using Make Waves — 2 guides

Step-by-step guidance on how to use Make Waves features — from uploading and scheduling releases to promoting your music and tracking results.

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Preparing your music for release — 8 guides

Make sure your tracks are ready for the spotlight. Learn how to finalize your recordings, choose the right release strategy, and get all the details sorted before you hit "publish."

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Promoting your music — 7 guides

Get your music heard. From building a marketing plan to growing your fanbase, these guides cover everything you need to share your sound with the world and get it in front of the right ears.

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Managing your releases — 5 guides

Stay on top of your music once it's out. These articles help you track performance, make updates, and keep your releases organized across platforms.

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