Welcome to the CISAC ISWC Database Developer Portal!
This is your single source of information for integrating with the ISWC database
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About the ISWC Database
The ISWC (International Standard Work Code – ISO 15707:2001) was designed as a system of assigning a globally unique identifier code to musical works for the benefit of the key value chain participants: composers, authors, publishers, broadcasters, tracking services and members of CISAC. Find out more about the ISWC Database
For Societies
Society integration with the ISWC Database has never been easier. You can now integrate through:
Another hub such as WID, LatinNet etc
Release Notes
The ISWC Database is updated on a regular basis. The release notes for past and upcoming releases are available below:
For Publishers
Publishers can allocate ISWCs for new works using the Allocation Service through their preferred agencies or retrieve existing ISWCs directly using the Resolution Service:
For 3rd Parties
This is a commercial paid for service, available since early 2024. Register your interest here.
For Labels
The service facilitates early linking of recording to works. Labels can request ISWCs with a provisional status or find existing preferred ISWCs through the use of this service. Register your interest here.