eMastered collects tax forms from all users once a year to comply with legal requirements. U.S. artists need to submit Form W-9, and international artists must complete Form W-8BEN.
Submitting these documents is necessary before receiving any earnings.
For Form W-9, individuals should use their Social Security Number (SSN) as their TIN, while businesses should use an EIN.
For any uncertainties about these forms, it's best to talk to a tax professional.