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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.

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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.

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Search Copyright Records


Search our online records, learn about our searching and retrieval services, and view educational videos and materials.

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Register Your Works


Register your work or learn more about the registration process with the Copyright Office.

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Recordation


Record transfers of copyright ownership and other documents pertaining to copyright for indexing into our public records.

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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.

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Fees


View current fees for registration, recordation, and other services.

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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 and recorded Copyright Office public events

News

  • U.S. Copyright Office Completes Digitization of Over 25,000 Copyright Historical Record Books | November 5
  • U.S. Copyright Office Extends Deadline for Comments on Music Streaming Fraud Notice of Inquiry | November 5
  • U.S. Copyright Office Issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in the Tenth Triennial Proceeding Under Section 1201 | October 28
  • Today the U.S. Copyright Office Launches New Careers Email Subscription | October 27
  • U.S. Copyright Office Issues Notice of Inquiry on Music Streaming Fraud | October 7
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Find Yourself in Copyright. Explore how copyright serves all of us, incentivizing creation and enriching our culture.

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.

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