Part 6. Copyright Registration

Although registration is not required for copyright protection, it offers many legal advantages for the copyright owner (for example, when filing an infringement suit).
U.S. Copyright Office Home Page
Everything you need to register your original work is available here. Be sure to see Copyright Basics for an overview of the registration process and Registration Procedures for specific information and application forms.
CopyOwn - A Resource On Copyright Ownership For The Higher Education Community
Resources include a collection of college and university copyright ownership policies and sample agreements. Sponsored by the Association of Research Libraries and University of Maryland.
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A copyright help page focusing on registration basics from Jodi Sax, an entertainment attorney specializing in copyright.