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1.8 Do I need to register with a collecting society (GEMA, SUISA)?

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Registration with a collecting society is not mandatory. It is important that you own the copyright to your songs. This means:

  • You created the works yourself.

  • You did not use any lyrics, melodies, or samples from others—unless you own the appropriate licenses for commercial use.

If you are a member of a collecting society, you must register your works there yourself.

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