Copyrights
Learn how copyrights can protect your creative work and how to handle infringements, license agreements, and more.
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Copyright Submission Guidelines
When you register work with the Copyright Office, you submit a deposit—one or more copies of the work—along with the application. Usually, if the work has been published in physical form (e.g., a book, printed flyer, CD, or poster), the Copyright Office requires two physical copies. If the work is unpublished or only available online, the Copyright Office accepts electronic materials.
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How to Copyright a Website
Businesses have a variety of copyright options to protect their website and content.
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How Long Does a Copyright Last?
Copyright usually lasts for the author’s lifetime plus 70 years, but it depends on several factors. Learn how long your creative work is protected.
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Copyright 101
Registering a copyright is a powerful way to protect your creative work and claim it as your own. Here's how to tell if your work qualifies.
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How Do I Copyright My Music?
You’ve created a musical masterpiece, but how do you protect your copyright? Here’s everything you need to know.
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How to Copyright a Book or Novel
If you've written a book or novel, you automatically have a copyright—but if you want to protect your work with the full power of the law, you'll need to register it.
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How Much Does It Cost to Get a Copyright?
A typical copyright costs less than $65, but there are variables and options that creators need to know about.
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How to Copyright a Movie or Short Film
Ready to copyright that film you've been working so hard on? Wondering where to start? Learn how to copyright a movie or short film, how it protects your work, and more.
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How to Copyright a Song
You copyright a song as soon as you create it, but a registration gives you the ability to enforce your copyright. Here’s how to get started.
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How to Copyright a Photograph or Image
Registering your images with the U.S. Copyright Office can provide you with legal protection for your creative works.
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