How to License Music or Affiliate with HFA
Steps for licensing cover songs, obtaining larger-volume licenses, or becoming an HFA-affiliated publisher.
1. Licensing Cover Songs (Fewer than 2,500 Units)
If you're looking to license cover songs in limited quantities, you can obtain mechanical licenses through HFA’s Songfile®.
To register:
- Visit ww dw.songfile.com
- Click "REGISTER NOW" to create your account
2. Licensing Over 2,500 Units
If you're licensing more than 2,500 units of a musical work, you’ll need to create an HFA Licensing account.
To get started:
- Visit https://www.harryfox.com/#/setup-hfa-portal
- Once your account is created, you’ll receive instructions to begin licensing through the eMechanical application.
Please note:
- Songfile licenses must be pre-paid at the time of purchase.
- eMechanical licenses require quarterly royalty reporting and payments. Instructions will be provided after account setup.
3. Becoming an HFA-Affiliated Publisher
If you're interested in having HFA represent your publishing entity for U.S. mechanical royalties, an application is required.
Benefits of HFA affiliation:
- Royalty compliance services
- Income tracking tools
- New media licensing opportunities
- Online song registration and update features
- Reporting and analytics tools
Commission:
HFA retains a 15% commission on royalties derived from licenses it issues, unless otherwise specified.
Important:
- You must self-administer your publishing to create an HFA account.
- If your compositions are already administered by another publisher, contact that publisher for royalty-related questions.
To apply:
- Visit www.harryfox.com/#/hfa-affiliate
- Complete the online general information form
- Select the administration services you'd like HFA to handle
- Review the Publisher Affiliation Agreement
- Submit your application fee via PayPal
Processing Time: Up to 4 weeks