Recordation System Now Online
Recordation System Now Online
The new Recordation System allows users to electronically submit certain types of documents for recordation. For more information visit here.
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
Women in the Copyright System
Women in the Copyright System
An Analysis of Women Authors in Copyright Registrations from 1978-2020. Read the report here.
Copyright Historical Public Record Books Collection
Copyright Historical Public Record Books Collection
The first set of record books are now online
What is Copyright?
Learn about the basics of copyright with our new online reference page.
Onsite Services
Onsite Services in our offices in Washington, DC, are available by appointment. To submit claims, request certified copies of certificates or copyright deposits, or request searches, visit our Public Information Office by making an appointment here. For visits to our Copyright Public Records Reading Room only, make an appointment here.
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Register your work or learn more about the registration process with the Copyright Office.
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Recordation
We accept certain types of documents for filing and 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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News
- Copyright Office Announces Open Application Period for Ringer Fellowship | August 15
- U.S. Copyright Office Concludes Study on Deferred Registration Examination | August 1
- Copyright Office Expands Recordation System Access to the Public | August 1
- U.S. Copyright Office Releases New Resource for Registering Non-Photographic Databases | July 28
- U.S. Copyright Office Amends its Rules for Deposits of Single Issues of Serials | July 22
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The Music Modernization Act
This featured video highlights The Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act (Music Modernization Act) the most significant piece of copyright legislation in decades and updates our current laws to reflect modern consumer preferences and technological developments in the music marketplace.
