Get Copyright Form

This guide provides clear instructions on how to fill out the Copyright Form online, ensuring that you understand each component of the form. Whether you are registering published or unpublished sound recordings, following these steps will help streamline the process.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the Copyright Form.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in an editable format on your computer.
2. In Space 1, enter the title of the work. This title will identify the particular work for registration — make sure it is transcribed completely and accurately.
3. In Space 2, list the author(s) of the work. This includes providing their full names, dates of birth, and indicating if the work was made for hire.
4. For Space 3, indicate the year in which the work was created. If the work has been published, also provide the date and nation of the first publication.
5. In Space 4, provide the name and address of the copyright claimant(s). If the claimant is not the author, include a brief statement explaining how ownership was obtained.
6. If applicable, complete Space 5 regarding any previous registrations of the work and provide the necessary information.
7. If your work incorporates preexisting materials, complete Space 6 by identifying these works and describing any new material added.
8. Fill in Space 7 with your correspondence information to ensure proper communication regarding the application.
9. In Space 8, authorize the application by signing and dating it. Ensure that the signature comes from the copyright claimant.
10. Finally, complete Space 9 with the return address for the certificate and gather all documents before mailing them to the Copyright Office.

Start filling out your documents online today for a seamless submission process.