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Getting paid

Answers to questions about PPL’s payment schedule, statements and deductions. There’s also guidance on checking track earnings and understanding adjustments.

When will I get paid?

Can I check how much money I’m earning on a particular track?

Why haven’t I been paid?

Why is my statement showing a negative balance?

How do I ensure accurate PPL payments?

I can’t locate my PPL/VPL payment; what do I do?

What are the PPL payment types?

Are there any recording breakdowns for international payments?

Why does my PPL statement show different use from my PRS for Music statement?

Does PPL make retrospective payments?

What is an adjustment?

Why has my account been debited?

Why have I been deducted withholding tax?

Why haven’t I received a statement?

How does PPL calculate costs?

Do I receive VAT on my PPL royalties?

How is the money distributed between performers and recording rightsholders in the UK?