Introduction What Works may be Protected? The Copyright Holder Scope of Copyright Protection Registration and the Copyright Process Infringement Copyright Forms

What is a copyright? Why should I get a copyright? Who can obtain a copyright? What works are protected by copyright? Is there anything that cannot be protected by copyright? How do I obtain a copyright? How long does copyright protection last? Can I transfer my copyright? What is a work made for hire? Can I copyright a name, title, slogan, logo or idea?

Copyright Library

Introduction A Copyright is a form of protection provided by the laws of the United States to authors of "original works of authorship," including literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, and certain other intellectual works. This protection is available to both published and unpublished works. Material not protected by copyright (or otherwise protected) is available for use by anyone, without the author's consent. On the other hand, an author of a copyrighted work may prevent others from copying, performing or otherwise using the work without the author's consent. The Copyright Law Library provides all the resources you need to understand various types of copyrights and the implications of not getting one. The FAQs should answer most of your questions. Using StartupNation, you can register a copyright at your convenience by answering a few questions online and sending in a copy of your work. We will even file the applications for you with the appropriate government agency.