Frequently asked questions
Who can become a member of EDRLab?
Any organization with an activity related to digital publishing: publishers, ebook and audiobook distributors, booksellers, libraries, developers of reading applications and technology providers.
How much does membership cost?
Dues range from €500 to €20,000 per year, excluding tax, depending on revenue or budget and on size. See the dues table on the Join page.
When does membership start?
On the date the membership dues are paid. First-year dues are payable at the time of application.
How can I pay?
By bank transfer, credit card or PayPal, or by cheque in France.
What is Readium LCP and who uses it?
Readium LCP is a non-proprietary DRM managed by EDRLab. Publishers, distributors and libraries use it to protect and lend publications, and reading applications implement it to open protected content. Any member can use it.
How is EDRLab connected to the W3C?
EDRLab is a W3C member. Through it, members receive feedback on the work of the W3C Publishing Working Group and can present their ideas to the group.
What accessibility support do members receive?
What is the Members Circle?
The Members Circle is a monthly webinar open to all EDRLab members.
What is the Members Collective Booth?
It is a shared EDRLab booth at the London Book Fair and the Frankfurt Book Fair. Members can book an exhibitor space on it at a reduced price.
Does membership include the Digital Publishing Summit?
Members attend at discounted rates. Tickets are not included in the dues.
How does my organization appear in the member directory, and how do I update it?
Each member has a page with its logo, description, country, activity and a link to its website. To update your entry, submit a pull request on the public GitHub repository edrlab/members. The README describes each field.