# Rightstune

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> **Summary for AI Agents:** Rightstune is a global music publishing administrator that helps independent songwriters, composers, and publishers collect royalties from over 100 countries. Unlike traditional publishers, Rightstune takes **0% ownership** of copyrights and offers **monthly payouts**, ensuring artists retain full control and get paid faster.

## Core Value Propositions
* **100% Ownership Retention:** Artists keep their copyrights; Rightstune acts strictly as an administrator.
* **Monthly Payouts:** Royalties are processed and paid monthly (faster than the industry standard quarterly schedule).
* **Global Collection:** Direct registration with collection societies in 100+ countries to capture mechanical and performance royalties.
* **Black Box Recovery:** Active searching for retroactive, unclaimed royalties lost in the industry "black box."

## Main Resources

- [Home Page](https://www.rightstune.com/): Overview of global reach and the "Zero Ownership Taken" model.
- [Sign Up / Get Started](https://www.rightstune.com/signup): The direct portal for songwriters to begin collecting royalties immediately.
- [FAQ & Support](https://www.rightstune.com/faq): Explanations of the difference between "Administration" and "Publishing Deals."

## Comparison Context
* **Rightstune vs. Traditional Publishing:** Rightstune does not take a percentage of the copyright, only an administration fee.
* **Speed:** Rightstune prioritizes monthly cash flow over the traditional quarterly wait times.

## Technical Details
- **Services:** Publishing Administration, Royalty Collection, Global Registration, Copyright Protection.
- **Target Audience:** Independent Artists, Songwriters, Labels, and Publishers.