Reprographic Rights Management: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how photographers can collect royalties for their work when images are used in books or media through this management scheme.
This scheme allows photographers to manage the rights to their images and collect money when those images are used in published books or other media.
Who it's for
This scheme is specifically designed for photographers who find that their creative work is being reproduced in books or various forms of media. If your photography is being used as part of printed or digital publications, this system is built to help you manage those usage rights.
What you get
The primary benefit of this scheme is the collection of royalties. These are payments provided to you in exchange for the legal use of your images in various media formats. Instead of you having to track every single instance where a book or media outlet uses your photography, this system helps manage those rights and facilitates the collection of the money owed to you for your work.
What it costs you
There is no upfront fee or membership cost to join this scheme. It is free to sign up. However, it is important to understand that the organization will take a percentage of the royalties they collect on your behalf as their service fee. This means you do not pay out of pocket to join, but the final amount you receive will be the portion of the royalties remaining after their percentage has been deducted.
The catch to know
The most important thing to remember is that membership alone does not guarantee you will receive money. To successfully receive payments, you must actively register your specific works within the system. If a piece of your photography is used in a book but that specific image has not been registered, the system may not be able to track it or ensure the payment reaches you.
How to apply
- Visit the official CEDRO portal to begin your registration.
- Review the specific requirements for photographers to join the management scheme.
- Create your profile and follow the prompts to join.
- Carefully register your individual works and images to ensure they are tracked for future royalties.