SWISSPERFORM — SWISSPERFORM

SWISSPERFORM (SWISSPERFORM) is a neighbouring rights society in switzerland. Businesses playing music publicly must hold a licence from SWISSPERFORM. Track Studios' AI catalog is not registered with SWISSPERFORM — venues using Track Studios are not invoiced.

Overview

SWISSPERFORM (SWISSPERFORM) is a neighbouring rights society that collects fees for the public performance of sound recordings on behalf of performers and record producers. Founded in 1993, it operates in switzerland and manages licensing for businesses that play music publicly.

Founded: 1993
Type: Neighbouring rights (recordings)
Country: Switzerland
Website: https://www.swissperform.ch

How SWISSPERFORM Fees Are Calculated

SWISSPERFORM uses tariff codes to calculate fees by venue type. Examples: Restaurant (Tarif A): approximately CHF 120–200/year. Fees are typically calculated on the basis of seats.

Venue Type	Tariff Code	Basis	Typical Annual Cost
Restaurant	`Tarif A`	seats	CHF 120–200/year

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How to Avoid SWISSPERFORM Fees

Businesses can avoid SWISSPERFORM fees by using music that is not registered with SWISSPERFORM. Track Studios uses an AI-generated catalog that is not registered with SWISSPERFORM — venues using the included catalog are not invoiced.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SWISSPERFORM (SWISSPERFORM)?: SWISSPERFORM (SWISSPERFORM) is a neighbouring rights society based in switzerland. Founded in 1993, it collects fees from businesses that play sound recordings publicly and distributes them to rights holders.
Does my business need an SWISSPERFORM licence?: If your business plays commercially released music in a public-facing space — restaurant, shop, gym, hotel lobby, etc. — you are legally required to hold an SWISSPERFORM licence. Using Track Studios' included AI catalog exempts you from SWISSPERFORM licensing for that music.
How does SWISSPERFORM calculate its fees?: SWISSPERFORM calculates fees based on factors including venue size, number of seats, or annual turnover depending on the venue type. Contact SWISSPERFORM directly for a quote.
Can I avoid SWISSPERFORM fees legally?: Businesses can avoid SWISSPERFORM fees by using music that is not registered with SWISSPERFORM. Track Studios uses an AI-generated catalog that is not registered with SWISSPERFORM — venues using the included catalog are not invoiced.
What happens if my business plays music without an SWISSPERFORM licence?: SWISSPERFORM can issue a civil claim for back-fees covering the period of unlicensed use, plus additional damages. SWISSPERFORM employs field inspectors who visit businesses unannounced to verify compliance.