Search the Copyright Public Records System
Search the Copyright Public Records System
The Copyright Public Records System (CPRS) provides copyright registration and recordation data with advanced search capabilities, filters, and improved interfaces.
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Intellectual Property Toolkits
Intellectual Property Toolkits
Our new toolkit can help you navigate the copyright registration system.
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
Onsite Service
Onsite Services in our Washington, DC, offices are available by appointment. To submit claims or discuss copyright-related matters, visit our Public Information Office by making an appointmenthere. Copyright OfficeReading Room services are available in the James Madison Memorial Building, room LM-463.
Features
Search Copyright Records
Search our online records, learn about our searching and retrieval services, and view educational videos and materials.
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Register Your Works
Register your work or learn more about the registration process with the Copyright Office.
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Recordation
Record transfers of copyright ownership and other documents pertaining to copyright for 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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Quick Links
- Copyright and Artificial IntelligenceLearn about copyright and artificial intelligence
- Copyright Small ClaimsLearn about the Copyright Claims Board
- Economic ResearchLearn about economic research on copyright
- U.S. Copyright LawTitle 17 of the U.S. Code
- Code of Federal RegulationsTitle 37, Chapter II
- Compendium of U.S. Copyright Office PracticesThird Edition
- Continuous Development of IT SystemsEnhancing systems across the entire Office
- Music Modernization ActBackground and implementation steps
- Engage Your CreativityResources for creators
- EventsUpcoming Copyright Office public events
News
- U.S. Copyright Office Issues a Report on the Copyright Claims Board as Directed by the CASE Act |February 13
- Library Announces Copyright Public Modernization Committee Meeting February 25 |February 3
- Copyright Office Releases Updated Version of Copyright Registration and Recordations Bulk Dataset |January 22
- U.S. Copyright Office Announces Webinar on Copyright Essentials for Filmmakers |January 8
- U.S. Copyright Office Issues Final Rule to Create New Group Registration Option for Two-Dimensional Artwork |December 19
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Intellectual Property Toolkits
Intellectual property (IP) protects creations of the mind, and copyright is one type of IP.
The Copyright Registration Toolkit is a visual breakdown of copyright, including essential information about copyright law, how to prepare for copyright registration, what to expect during the process, and post-registration considerations.
Download the U.S. Copyright Office’s toolkit along with toolkits on trademarks, patents, and trade secrets developed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
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