Music Rights Agent – Beta Access for EU Musicians | Lifetime Deal

Music Rights Agent Beta – Pre-Order Lifetime Access

A metadata management and form preparation tool for independent musicians in Europe. Organize your release information and generate registration forms for music rights societies—starting with Belgium.

What You Get (One-Time €15 Payment)

✓ Metadata Management System
Store release information in one organized database: tracks, credits, ownership splits, ISRCs, release dates. Export to CSV/PDF formats for your records.

✓ Rights Status Dashboard
Visual overview showing which releases are registered with SABAM and PlayRight (Belgium only at launch). Helps you identify gaps in your registrations.

✓ Pre-Filled Registration Form Generator
We create draft registration documents based on your stored metadata. You review, adjust if needed, and submit them yourself to the collection societies.

✓ ISRC Code Management
Track and organize ISRC codes for your releases. (Note: We don’t issue registrant codes—you need an existing code from your national ISRC agency.)

✓ Task Reminders
Email notifications for upcoming registration deadlines and follow-up actions. You control reminder frequency.

✓ Belgium Launch, EU Expansion Planned
Launch: SABAM + PlayRight (Belgium)
Planned within 6 months post-launch: France, Germany, Netherlands
(Expansion timeline depends on successful beta feedback)

✓ Retroactive Claims Preparation
Guidance on preparing retroactive claims for past releases where applicable. Eligibility and payment depend on each society’s rules—some have 3-5 year limits, others have restrictions.

✓ Beta Tester Priority Support
Direct email support during beta period (first 6 months). Feature requests considered for development roadmap.

✓ Lifetime Access, No Subscription
Pay once, access forever. Future updates included at no additional cost.

How It Actually Works

What we do:

• Store your metadata in an organized database
• Pre-fill registration forms with your information
• Generate submission-ready documents (PDF/email templates)
• Send you reminders about deadlines
• Provide guidance on what to register and when

What you do:

• Enter and maintain your metadata
• Review generated forms for accuracy
• Submit forms yourself to SABAM/PlayRight
• Follow up with societies if they request additional info
• Update the platform when registrations are approved

Why this approach:

• You maintain control over your data and submissions
• No legal power of attorney required
• Faster development = earlier launch for you
• Lower cost = no need to pay for legal compliance infrastructure
• Societies prefer direct artist submissions in many cases

Important Disclaimers

This tool is NOT:

• A submission service (we prepare, you submit)
• Legal or financial advice (consult a professional for complex cases)
• Affiliated with or endorsed by SABAM, PlayRight, or other CMOs
• A guarantee of royalty collection (payment depends on usage and CMO rules)
• Fully automated (requires your input and review)

Scope at launch:

• Belgium only (SABAM + PlayRight)
• Other EU countries planned but not guaranteed
• Expansion depends on beta success and regulatory research

Limitations:

• We cannot submit on your behalf
• We cannot guarantee CMO acceptance of your registrations
• We cannot provide registrant codes for ISRCs
• Retroactive claims depend entirely on each CMO’s policies
• Multi-territory support is planned, not confirmed

Timeline & Guarantee

Beta Launch Target: 90 days from pre-order date
Refund Policy: If we don’t launch within 90 days, full €15 refund—no questions asked.

Reality check: Software development has unknowns. We’re committed to the 90-day target, but if critical issues arise, we’ll communicate transparently and offer refunds if you prefer not to wait.

What happens while you wait:
Use the free rights checker at rights.bewatermyfriend.be to assess your current registration status.

Who This Is For

✅ Good fit if you:

• Release music independently in Belgium
• Want help organizing metadata but can submit forms yourself
• Prefer one-time payment over subscriptions
• Need guidance on what to register and where
• Are comfortable with a tool that assists rather than automates

❌ Not ideal if you:

• Want someone else to handle all submissions
• Need immediate multi-country support (coming later)
• Require legal advice on complex rights situations
• Expect guaranteed royalty collection
• Want a fully hands-off solution

Development Status

Current Status: Platform in active development
Your role as beta tester: Provide feedback, report bugs, suggest features
What “beta” means: Core features work, but expect some rough edges and updates

Honest risks:

• Launch could be delayed beyond 90 days (refund available)
• Some planned features might be postponed
• Bug fixes will be ongoing during beta period
• EU expansion timeline is estimated, not guaranteed

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this fully automatic?
A: No. We generate pre-filled forms based on your metadata, but you review and submit them to the societies. You stay in control.

Q: Which countries are supported at launch?
A: Belgium only (SABAM + PlayRight). France, Germany, Netherlands planned within 6 months post-launch, subject to beta success.

Q: Do I need to own my masters?
A: No. The tool works for any ownership structure. We help you document whatever rights you actually have.

Q: Is this a subscription?
A: No. €15 one-time payment for lifetime access. No recurring fees ever.

Q: What if I’m not in Belgium?
A: The free rights checker works anywhere, but the paid form generator only supports Belgium at launch. If you pre-order, you’ll get access to other countries when we add them (no additional fee).

Q: Can I get a refund after launch?
A: Before launch: yes, if we miss the 90-day deadline. After launch: no refunds, but you have lifetime access to all updates.

Q: Will you submit forms for me?
A: No. We prepare everything, but you submit. This keeps costs low and you in control.

Questions Before Pre-Ordering?

Email: support@bewatermyfriend.be
Response time: Within 48 hours