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The U.S. Copyright Office buildings are closed to the public until further notice. Assistance by phone and email, as well as online services, is still available. Read More
Search Copyright RecordsSearch the Copyright Public Records Catalog online. 1978 to present.
*NEW* Copyright Public Records System PilotExplore our public record system pilot featuring a new user interface and enhanced search capabilities.
Proof of Concept
Fees for Registration, Recordation, and Other services
Legal guidance on questions of copyright law
Resources for Music and Audiovisual Statutory Licenses
Frequently Asked Questions about Mandatory Deposit
Engage Your CreativityDid you know that everyone has and uses copyright? Explore our resources and find out how.
A searchable database of court opinions to make the principles and applications of fair use more accessible and understandable
Answers to common questions about copyright
Learn about copyright history and search historical documents and publications
Events of the Copyright Office
Video series that introduces the Copyright Office and copyright concepts
