ISRC Management

An ISRC (International Standard Recording Code) is the globally recognized identifier that uniquely identifies a specific sound recording (audio) or a music video. It functions like an official fingerprint for a recording: platforms and reporting systems use ISRCs to track, match, and reference the exact recording used in streaming, downloads, broadcasting, and licensing contexts.

Why ISRCs matter

Proper ISRC management helps you:
Prevent confusion between similar releases (radio edit, clean, remix, live, remaster)
Improve tracking across DSPs and reporting systems
Maintain consistent identification when distributing through multiple partners
Reduce metadata errors that can affect discovery and reporting
Keep your catalog structured for scalable growth and long-term control

ISRC Assignment

Included:

ISRC assignment per sound recording or music video
A structured recording registry with consistent naming and version logic
Prevention of duplicates and formatting errors
Clear labeling standards for version titles and subtitles

Version Mapping

Included:

Identification of when a recording is the same vs. a new version
Rules-based mapping for edits, new mixes/masters, remixes, and alternates
Control of re-releases and distributor changes while preserving correct identifiers

Metadata Standardization

Included:

Primary artist, featured artists (as provided)
Track title and version labeling
Recording-level notes for alternates (clean/explicit, instrumental, edit, live, remix)
Duration and internal consistency checks
Release planning fields for clean delivery workflows

Delivery Package

Included:

A clean ISRC register (shareable spreadsheet format)
A version map (so everyone knows what each ISRC refers to)
Distributor-ready guidance to implement identifiers correctly
A structured archive suitable for ongoing catalog management

Expert Support

Included:

We provide practical guidance to keep your catalog stable over time.
Consultation for release planning and version strategy
Pre-release review and best-practice recommendations (plan dependent)
Ongoing support options for catalogs with continuous releases

Examples ISRC

Included:

Artists releasing music independently with a professional workflow
Labels managing multiple releases and contributor variations
Producers and teams handling multiple versions per track
Catalog owners consolidating and cleaning back-catalog data

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need an ISRC for every track?
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Do different versions need different ISRCs?
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Can ISRCs be managed after release?
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Is an ISRC the same as a UPC/EAN?
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Can the same ISRC be used across distributors?
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