# Royalties Once a song goes live on Hitmakr's platform, royalties generated from streams, downloads, or other forms of usage are automatically distributed according to the predetermined splits encoded in the smart contract. This ensures that every contributor receives their rightful share of earnings instantly, without delays or intermediaries. Moreover, the decentralized nature of the blockchain guarantees that these royalty payments are perpetual, providing a reliable source of income for creators over time. Whether it's a hit single that continues to generate revenue for years or a newly released track, contributors can rest assured that they will receive their royalties accurately and consistently, fostering trust and collaboration within the Hitmakr community. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://hitmakr.gitbook.io/hitmakr-whitepaper/ecosystem-overview/factory/royalties.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.