What’s New In eCO?
February 17, 2026 Release
New Group Registration Option for Two-Dimensional Artworks (GR2D)
Beginning February 17, 2026, applicants may register a group of 2 to 20 published two-dimensional artworks with one application and one filing fee.
GR2D is a new online registration option for a group of published two-dimensional artworks. This option is known as Group Registration of Two-Dimensional Artwork or “GR2D.” It may be used to register 2 to 20 two-dimensional artworks published within the same calendar year, provided that all eligibility requirements are met. Please review eligibility requirements before filing this type of application.
The GR2D application is limited to two-dimensional artwork, including published paintings, illustrations, sketches, collages, comic strips, character artwork, logos, fabric designs, etc. Most kinds of two-dimensional artwork qualify, but there are some exceptions.
Works that cannot be registered on a GR2D application include joint works, technical drawings, photographs, sculptural/three-dimensional works, architectural works, and larger works that contain multiple individual images within them, such as calendars, catalogs, style guides, websites, compilations, comic books, graphic novels, and retrospective books about individual artists.
One single author must be the creator of all works. Only one author can be named on the application, meaning that joint works and any other works with multiple authors are not allowed on the GR2D application. The author will automatically be named as the claimant.
You must submit your application through the Copyright Office’s electronic registration system. You cannot use a paper application to register a group of two-dimensional artwork. If you do not have computer access and cannot submit electronically, please contact the Public Information Office to inquire about special accommodation.
To complete your deposit, submit a separate file for each artwork. Each file must contain a complete copy of only one artwork. It is required that each file consist of no more than one two-dimensional artwork, such as one drawing, one illustration, one three-panel comic strip, or one fabric design. For fabric art, be sure the deposit shows the entire repeat. Each file must show the artwork as first published on the publication date stated on the application.
Please see our list of acceptable file types. Common file types for two-dimensional works are .jpg, .png, and .pdf. We can only accept the file types listed at the link above.
Instructions for completing the online application for a group of published two-dimensional artworks appear in the on-screen instructions that accompany the application. See our video tutorial for completing the GR2D application. For additional information concerning this option, consult the GR2D Help Text and FAQs.
If you have specific questions about this process, email the Office or call (202) 707-3000 or 1-877-476-0778 (toll-free).