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

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