Do I need a license for less than 100 interactive streams?

Yes, it is required under U.S. Copyright Law. This is how the publisher - and ultimately, the songwriter - gets compensated for the use of their song. HFA licenses a minimum of 100 interactive streams. If you have submitted your sound recordings to a commercial digital music provider, then the digital music provider may be the party responsible for obtaining the license for interactive streaming, unless your agreement with the service requires you to obtain the license.

You can apply for these licenses quickly and easily using Songfile® and pay with a credit card (MasterCard, Visa, or American Express) or from your checking account. A license for fewer interactive streams must be obtained directly from the publisher.