Copyright Registration Process with the U.S. Copyright Office

In this episode of All Up In Yo Business, we delve into the intricacies of copyright registration with the U.S. Copyright Office, empowering creators with the knowledge to safeguard their valuable creative works. Join us as we demystify the copyright registration process, breaking it down into simple steps and shedding light on its importance in today's digital age. Discover the benefits of copyright registration, from legal protection and evidence of ownership to the ability to enforce your rights effectively. Whether you're an artist, writer, musician, or content creator, this video is a must-watch to navigate the world of copyright and safeguard your creative endeavors. Don't let your hard work go unprotected—watch now and take control of your intellectual property!

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00:00 Intro
00:40 What is a copyright?
02:25 Why register a copyright?
03:10 The copyright registration process
08:40 Outro

[MazaHybrid]

This will help me to save my work from getting stolen from others for stealing my ideas i worked so hard on it!

[johnhutchinson]

Bonus points for the cat jumping up on the table just as you said the words "Come Up." 2:08

[cnlicnli]

5:20: *Copyright Registration Fees & Links:* Using the on-line copyright registration system (aka eCO – electronic Copyright Office), the typical filing fees for creative works range from $45 to $85; it’s $125 to register via the paper filing application. Register via the eCO, unless the US Copyright Office or your attorney tells you otherwise:

*“Single Application”* (also known as “One Work by One Author”). If you’re registering ONE work (un-/published) where you solely authored ALL artistic components of your work (there are NO co-authors), and you’re ALSO the copyright claimant, and you’re NOT incorporating any third-party creative content (licensed or not, including Creative Commons, other FREE content, etc.), and you’re NOT a corporation or LLC (your work is not a work-for-hire project), and is NOT a derivative or collective work. In short, you created the ENTIRE work yourself. It’ll cost you $45 to register that one work via the Single Application.

So, if you wrote AND illustrated a children’s book yourself and you meet the requirements above, you could register that work using the Single Application.

If you want to register one video, you must have performed the entire work (actor/narrator, director, camera operation, lighting, editing, etc.). If there are other people speaking in your video, you cannot use the Standard Application. If you’re narrating your selfie video with NO ONE else speaking, you can use the Single Application.

[WhereTruthisShared]

You're a terrific gal. I appreciate your help and advice. I respect and appreciate the time you put into providing education. If I get jammed up, I will be contacting you. Problem is, I'm in S.C.?

[Truthspeakerrrrrrrr]

Just wanna say Thank you for your time.

[cnlicnli]

7:45 *Copyright Notice:* This is how I affix my copyright attribution. To *reinforce* my “registered” copyright claims AND to make sure it’s SUPER EASY for licensees, fans, and others to find me, my artworks include the following *“Copyright Management Information”* (CMI):

*Artwork Registered Copyright (no. © 2023 <First & Last Names> <URL and/or social media handle>.*

I also include this CMI in the file metadata along with language to reiterate my creative rights AND that I’m eager to sell/license my artworks.

For my art/business workflow, I “timely” register ALL my posted paintings, photographs, videos, and other artworks with the US Copyright Office. As I’ve learned, creative works not timely registered are typically NOT enforceable for money damages, as the cost to pursue copyright infringers (through trial/appeals or out of court settlements) will, too often, NOT cover my attorney fees.

[AfricanFlightStar]

Excellent info thank you for this, just what I needed to know.

[marietesta]

Thank you very much for all of your valuable information. Great video.

[Loving-waves]

Thank you for sharing this information. This is very helpful.

[GuyTheArtist]

Ok, so I created a theme song for my tv show/toy line idea, im creating a pitch book but I’m going to register my copyright when the pitch book is done. I just wanna make sure that the existence of the song copyrights my idea. It briefly explains the storyline characters and title and it’s available on Spotify to listen to.

[simkress]

You were very helpful, thank you! My one question is that will the US Copyright Office ship me the certificate if I live overseas?

[renepoggenpoel]

Do you have to file separate applications for the printed book and the ebook from the same manuscript?

[bryan-zdl]

Thank you so much very helpful. Question how do you copyright a t-shirt with just words on tshirt? Please thank you

[GuyTheArtist]

Do I own the trademark on original works even if I don’t register the trademark

[EzurikeKingsley]

I'm ready but how I can make all these things

[oneheart]

First copy registration I did was in 84 then you had to write to the library of congress from that point they would send you an application the process was about 8-9 mos..

[Chakand]

This is was very helpful video. Thank you for doing this for writers, authors, and artists. But now I am worried! I have two main questions and I hope you could help answer them. Firstly, I just completed everything that you said about filing my literary work to be copyrighted online at the Copyright Office, this was over a week ago before Thanksgiving; but you are telling me it could take three to nine months to hear back from them?

Secondly, I need to get in touch with an editor/publisher before the end of the year, so I want to get the ball rolling on getting my book published. So what should I do, should I wait until I get my copyright certificate, at least that’s what my friend is telling but I don’t think I can wait that long? So the question is: should I go ahead and start with the process of getting my book published or should I wait for my copyright certificate? Please help.

[BadEconomyOfficial]

You can also do a PreRegistration where it doesn't cost anything and will put the works to the test if you have cover songs.

[Zwecj]

Hey I write ✍🏾 & record music do I have to file every song I make or can I just trademark my LLC? I own an indie record label so I was wondering maybe I can have contracts for every song I make? Get it notarized, stating that I own copyrights to it through the trademark mark of my company. Bc 35-80 dollars is a lot when u have a lot of music 😅

[watkinsgemstoneandmore]

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