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How do I register my copyright?

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• Can you provide me with copies of my application and my work?
  Contact the Certifications and Documents Section of the Copyright Office (202) 707­6787.
• What is mandatory deposit?
  Copies of all works under copyright protection that have been published in the United States are required to be deposited with the Copyright Office within three months … more
• What is the registration fee?
  The current filing fee is $30 per application. Generally, each work requires a separate application.
• Can I make copies of the application form?
  Yes, you can make copies of copyright forms if they meet the following criteria: photocopied back to back and head to head on a single sheet of 8­1/2 by 11 inch … more
• What is the difference between form PA and form SR?
  These forms are for registering two different types of copyrightable subject matter that may be embodied in a recording. Form PA is used for the registration of music … more
• Can I copyright the name of my band?
  No. Names are not protected by copyright law. Some names may be protected under trademark law. Contact the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (http://www.uspto.gov/), … more
• What is an ISBN number?
  The International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is administered by the R. R. Bowker Company 877­310­7333 [http://www.bowker.com]. The ISBN is a numerical … more
• How do I get on the U.S. Copyright Office`s mailing list?
  The Copyright Office does not maintain a mailing list. The Copyright Office sends periodic e­mail messages via NewsNet (http://www.loc.gov/copyright/newsnet/), a … more
• If I don`t have to register my copyright for protection, why not wait until there is an infringement before registering it?
  You can wait until an infringement, but it will have a serious impact on any financial recovery. It is important to remember that you are qualified for a substantially … more