The Geography of Copyright Registrations

A new report from the Office of the Chief Economist is now available.

Copyright and Artifical Intelligence Report

Copyright and Artifical Intelligence Report

Read Part 1: Digital Replicas

Copyright Essentials: Myths Explained

Copyright Essentials: Myths Explained

SEPTEMBER 2024 UPDATE
Register for this online webinar
September 18, 2024 | 1:00 p.m. eastern time

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El derecho de autor en español

El derecho de autor en español

Recursos en español para creadores y usuarios de obras protegidas por el derecho de autor. Involucre su creatividad aquí.

Case Act

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.

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United States Copyright Office Strategic Plan
2022–2026

United States Copyright Office Strategic Plan
2022–2026

Fostering Creativity and Enriching Culture

What is Copyright?

Learn about the basics of copyright with our new online reference page.

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Service Alert

NOTICE: Tuesday, January 16, 2024: Due to inclement weather, all onsite services are closed to the public.

eCO Outage

The online registration system is experiencing technical difficulties. We regret the inconvenience.

Phone Service

The Copyright Office general information phone lines will be closed on September 12 for a staff event. Our email information service will be available through the Contact Us page.

Onsite Service

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. Copyright Office Reading Room services are available in the James Madison Memorial Building, room LM-463.