Learn how cultural royalties work and what it means to protect your creative property on the MADECX network.
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CREATOR STATS
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HOW TO ENABLE ROYALTIES
Everything you need to know to learn the process and requirements to enable royalties.
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ROYALTIES FAQ
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What Are Cultural Royalties?
Understanding how MADECX protects and monetizes Black cultural property through the Cultural Property Rights Standard™.
The Problem
For decades, Black cultural contributions—from music and dance to phrases and fashion—have been appropriated and commercialized without proper credit or compensation to their originators.
Traditional copyright law wasn't designed to protect cultural expressions, leaving creators vulnerable to exploitation by brands, platforms, and media companies who profit billions from Black culture.
The MADECX Solution
Cultural royalties work differently from traditional copyright. When you register your cultural property with MADECX and enable royalties, you're establishing:
Origin Rights — Legal documentation proving you are the creator or originator
Commercial Liens — Automatic claims filed against commercial use of your property
Licensing Framework — Clear terms for anyone who wants to use your creation
Revenue Collection — Automated royalty payments when your work is licensed
How Revenue Works
When brands or platforms license your cultural property, the revenue is split:
70% to You — The creator receives the majority share
26% to MADECX — Covers enforcement, legal, and platform operations
4% Community Fund — Reinvested into Black cultural preservation
Ready to Protect Your Culture?
Start earning royalties from your creative contributions today.
Good to Know
Enabling royalties is free. MADECX only earns when you earn—there are no upfront costs or hidden fees.
Creator Stats
Real-time statistics on the MADECX network and cultural property protection.
Network Overview
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Revenue Distribution
See how royalty revenue is distributed across the network:
Creator Payouts — 70% distributed directly to creators
Platform Operations — 26% for enforcement and legal services
Community Fund — 4% reinvested into cultural initiatives
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Live Data
These statistics update in real-time as new creators join and licenses are issued.
How To Enable Royalties
A step-by-step guide to protecting your cultural property and earning royalties.
Requirements
Before you begin, make sure you have:
A MADECX account (free to create)
At least one registered cultural property
Your legal name for the agreement
Bank account details for receiving payments (optional—can add later)
The 5-Step Process
1
Verify Your Identity
Confirm your legal name and jurisdiction for the Creator Creditor Agreement.
2
Select Your Assets
Choose which registered cultural properties you want to protect and monetize.
3
Grant Permissions
Authorize MADECX to file liens, enforce rights, and collect revenue on your behalf.
4
Set Up Payment
Connect your bank account to receive royalty payments directly. You can skip this and add later.
5
Review & Sign
Review your agreement details and digitally sign to activate protection.
After You Enable
Once your agreement is active, MADECX will:
File commercial liens on your cultural property
Monitor for unauthorized use across platforms
Handle licensing negotiations with interested parties
Collect and distribute royalty payments to you
Ready? Let's Go!
The entire process takes less than 5 minutes to complete.
Secure Process
Your information is encrypted and protected. We never share your personal data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about cultural royalties and the MADECX platform.
How much does it cost to enable royalties?
Nothing upfront. Enabling royalties is completely free. MADECX only takes a percentage (26%) when you earn royalties from licensing. If you don't earn, we don't earn.
What qualifies as "cultural property"?
Cultural property includes original creative expressions such as dances, phrases, memes, fashion styles, musical elements, performance techniques, and other cultural contributions. If you created it and it has cultural significance, it likely qualifies.
How does MADECX enforce my rights?
We use a combination of technology monitoring and legal enforcement. Our systems scan for unauthorized use, and our legal team handles takedown notices, licensing negotiations, and if necessary, legal action against infringers.
How long until I receive payment?
Once a license is executed and payment is received, your share is processed within 14 business days. Payments are sent directly to your connected bank account.
Can I cancel my agreement?
Yes. You can terminate your Creator Creditor Agreement at any time with 30 days notice. Active licenses will continue until their term ends, but no new licenses will be issued.
What is the 4% community fund?
4% of all royalties go into the MADECX Community Fund, which supports Black cultural initiatives, educational programs, and emerging creators. It's our way of reinvesting in the culture that makes this all possible.
Do I need a lawyer?
No. Our Creator Creditor Agreement is written in plain language and designed to protect you without requiring legal assistance. However, you're always welcome to have an attorney review it.
Still Have Questions?
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PROTECT YOUR CULTURE AND RECEIVE ROYALTIES
See the current revenue split, the number of creators, and total cultural property protected.
YOUR REVENUE SHARE
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PROTECTION RATIO
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ROYALTY CALCULATOR
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Your Annual Take-Home
$700
MONTHLY
$58.33
QUARTERLY
$175
YEARLY
$700
CULTURAL LIENS
Automatic legal claims filed on your creative property for maximum protection.
NO RISK PROTECTION
Unlike other platforms, your cultural property is protected with no upfront costs.
GROW YOUR EARNINGS
New licensing opportunities discovered daily. MADECX handles enforcement and collection.
SIMPLE REQUIREMENTS
Just register your cultural property and enable royalties. We handle the rest.
Ready to Protect Your Culture?
Enable royalties and start earning from your creative property today.
Step 1 of 5
Verify Your Identity
Confirm your information for the Creator Creditor Agreement.
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Step 2 of 5
Select Your Assets
Choose which creative property to protect and monetize.
Registered Property
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Pro Tip
You can add more assets to this agreement anytime from your dashboard.
Step 3 of 5
Grant Permissions
Authorize MADECX to protect and monetize your creative property.
Step 4 of 5
Payment Setup
Connect your bank to receive royalty payments directly.
Bank Account
Secure direct deposit for your earnings
Secure & Encrypted
Your banking information is encrypted with bank-level security. You can skip this and add payment details later.
Step 5 of 5
Review & Sign
Confirm your agreement details and activate protection.
Agreement Summary
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Revenue Split70% / 26% / 4%
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Declaration
I confirm that I am the rightful creator or authorized rights holder for the selected Creative Property. I authorize MADECX to act as Custodian Creditor—filing cultural liens, enforcing rights, negotiating licenses, and collecting revenue on my behalf pursuant to the MADECX Cultural Property Rights Standard™.
Royalties Enabled!
Your Creator Creditor Agreement is now active. MADECX will protect and monetize your creative property.
Agreement Details
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What's Next
Your signed agreement is stored in your Business Profile. MADECX will begin monitoring for unauthorized use and licensing opportunities immediately.