Want to add information to your website regarding the basics of mechanical licensing and obtaining licenses through HFA quickly and easily? You can copy the following code to add text and links to inform your site visitors about mechanical licensing, obtaining the proper licenses from HFA, and about HFA in general.

In order to link to the HFA website, cut and paste the following link to your web page:

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You can obtain mechanical licenses in the U.S. through The Harry Fox Agency (HFA). If you are making less than 2,500 copies, you can obtain a license online using a credit card or checking account through their Songfile service. If you are making more than 2,500 copies, you will need to open an HFA Licensee Account. Both options are available through www.harryfox.com.

If you are an HFA affiliated publisher, the text below may be useful for you to use to respond to mechanical license requests by mail or email:

Dear___________:

Thank you for contacting us regarding obtaining licenses for your recording.

The Harry Fox Agency (HFA) handles our mechanical licensing. If you are making less than 2,500 copies, you can obtain a license online using a credit card or checking account through their Songfile service. If you are making more than 2,500 copies, you will need to open an HFA Licensee Account. Both options are available through HFA's website at www.harryfox.com. Their site also includes information on the current U.S. statutory rates for mechanical licenses.

Good luck with your project, and thank you for your interest in licensing our songs.

Sincerely,