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Welcome to the U.S. Copyright Office
Welcome to the U.S. Copyright Office
Group Registration of Two-Dimensional Artwork (GR2D)
Group Registration of Two-Dimensional Artwork (GR2D)
Registration option now available
Search the Copyright Public Records System
Search the Copyright Public Records System
The Copyright Public Records System (CPRS) provides copyright registration and recordation data with advanced search capabilities, filters, and improved interfaces.
Start your search here
Intellectual Property Toolkits
Intellectual Property Toolkits
Our new toolkit can help you navigate the copyright registration system.
The Copyright Claims Board (CCB)
The Copyright Claims Board (CCB)
The CCB is available to resolve copyright disputes of up to $30,000 as an efficient, less expensive alternative to federal court.
United States Copyright Office Strategic Plan
2022–2026
United States Copyright Office Strategic Plan
2022–2026
Fostering Creativity and Enriching Culture
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What is Copyright?
Learn about the basics of copyright with our online reference page.
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Onsite Service
Onsite Services in our Washington, DC, offices are available by appointment. To submit claims or discuss copyright-related matters, visit our Public Information Office by making an
appointment
. Copyright Office
Reading Room
services are available in the James Madison Memorial Building, room LM-463.
Features
Search Copyright Records
Search our online records, learn about our searching and retrieval services, and view educational videos and materials.
Learn More
Register Your Works
Register your work or learn more about the registration process with the Copyright Office.
Learn More
Recordation
Record transfers of copyright ownership and other documents pertaining to copyright for indexing into our public records.
Learn More
Copyright Law
View current Copyright Law of the United States and related laws contained in Title 17 of the U.S.Code.
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Who We Are
Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we can help.
Learn More
Fees
View current fees for registration,
recordation, and other services.
Learn More
Quick Links
Copyright and Artificial Intelligence
Learn about copyright and artificial intelligence
Copyright Small Claims
Learn about the Copyright Claims Board
Economic Research
Learn about economic research on copyright
U.S. Copyright Law
Title 17 of the U.S. Code
Code of Federal Regulations
Title 37, Chapter II
Compendium of U.S. Copyright Office Practices
Third Edition
Continuous Development of IT Systems
Enhancing systems across the entire Office
Music Modernization Act
Background and implementation steps
Engage Your Creativity
Resources for creators
Events
Upcoming Copyright Office public events
News
U.S. Copyright Office Issues a Notice of Inquiry on Possible Alternative Fee Structures for ECS Registration
|
March 26
U.S. Copyright Office Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Adjustments to Fee Schedule
|
March 19
New Group Registration Option for Two-Dimensional Artwork Now Available
|
February 17
U.S. Copyright Office Issues a Report on the Copyright Claims Board as Directed by the CASE Act
|
February 13
Library Announces Copyright Public Modernization Committee Meeting February 25
|
February 3
News archive
Intellectual Property Toolkits
Intellectual property (IP) protects creations of the mind, and copyright is one type of IP.
The Copyright Registration Toolkit is a visual breakdown of copyright, including essential information about copyright law, how to prepare for copyright registration, what to expect during the process, and post-registration considerations.
Download the U.S. Copyright Office’s toolkit along with toolkits on trademarks, patents, and trade secrets developed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Learn more
Welcome to the U.S. Copyright Office
Welcome to the U.S. Copyright Office
Group Registration of Two-Dimensional Artwork (GR2D)
Group Registration of Two-Dimensional Artwork (GR2D)
Registration option now available
Search the Copyright Public Records System
Search the Copyright Public Records System
The Copyright Public Records System (CPRS) provides copyright registration and recordation data with advanced search capabilities, filters, and improved interfaces.
Start your search here
Intellectual Property Toolkits
Intellectual Property Toolkits
Our new toolkit can help you navigate the copyright registration system.
The Copyright Claims Board (CCB)
The Copyright Claims Board (CCB)
The CCB is available to resolve copyright disputes of up to $30,000 as an efficient, less expensive alternative to federal court.
United States Copyright Office Strategic Plan
2022–2026
United States Copyright Office Strategic Plan
2022–2026
Fostering Creativity and Enriching Culture
Previous
Next
What is Copyright?
Learn about the basics of copyright with our online reference page.
Learn More
Onsite Service
Onsite Services in our Washington, DC, offices are available by appointment. To submit claims or discuss copyright-related matters, visit our Public Information Office by making an
appointment
. Copyright Office
Reading Room
services are available in the James Madison Memorial Building, room LM-463.
Features
Search Copyright Records
Search our online records, learn about our searching and retrieval services, and view educational videos and materials.
Learn More
Register Your Works
Register your work or learn more about the registration process with the Copyright Office.
Learn More
Recordation
Record transfers of copyright ownership and other documents pertaining to copyright for indexing into our public records.
Learn More
Copyright Law
View current Copyright Law of the United States and related laws contained in Title 17 of the U.S.Code.
Learn More
Who We Are
Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we can help.
Learn More
Fees
View current fees for registration,
recordation, and other services.
Learn More
Quick Links
Copyright and Artificial Intelligence
Learn about copyright and artificial intelligence
Copyright Small Claims
Learn about the Copyright Claims Board
Economic Research
Learn about economic research on copyright
U.S. Copyright Law
Title 17 of the U.S. Code
Code of Federal Regulations
Title 37, Chapter II
Compendium of U.S. Copyright Office Practices
Third Edition
Continuous Development of IT Systems
Enhancing systems across the entire Office
Music Modernization Act
Background and implementation steps
Engage Your Creativity
Resources for creators
Events
Upcoming Copyright Office public events
News
U.S. Copyright Office Issues a Notice of Inquiry on Possible Alternative Fee Structures for ECS Registration
|
March 26
U.S. Copyright Office Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Adjustments to Fee Schedule
|
March 19
New Group Registration Option for Two-Dimensional Artwork Now Available
|
February 17
U.S. Copyright Office Issues a Report on the Copyright Claims Board as Directed by the CASE Act
|
February 13
Library Announces Copyright Public Modernization Committee Meeting February 25
|
February 3
News archive
Intellectual Property Toolkits
Intellectual property (IP) protects creations of the mind, and copyright is one type of IP.
The Copyright Registration Toolkit is a visual breakdown of copyright, including essential information about copyright law, how to prepare for copyright registration, what to expect during the process, and post-registration considerations.
Download the U.S. Copyright Office’s toolkit along with toolkits on trademarks, patents, and trade secrets developed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Learn more