US Copyright Office

The Copyright Office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day, but our online services are still available. We will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26, with regular business hours. copyright.gov/registration/?…

#DYK researchers can visit the Copyright Reading Room at the Library of Congress, Madison Building, in Washington, DC? The reading room oversees the fullest collection of copyright records in the world. Plan a visit: copyright.gov/rrc/crrr.html?…

#DYK researchers can visit the Copyright Reading Room at the Library of Congress, Madison Building, in Washington, DC? The reading room oversees the fullest collection of copyright records in the world. Plan a visit: copyright.gov/rrc/crrr.html?…

We’re #hiring! The Copyright Office has an open continuous posting for an attorney-advisor position in the Office of the General Counsel. The next cutoff for receipt of applications is Friday, May 29, 2026. Learn more and apply today: usajobs.gov/job/865374700

Tomorrow, the Office will join the @librarycongress for “Fashion at the Library: Small Clothes, Big Stories: Fashion Dolls and the American Story,” part of the Library’s Live! At the Library series. Stop by our table to explore how copyright connects to fashion and design.

We’re #hiring! The Copyright Office has an open continuous posting for an attorney-advisor position in the Office of the General Counsel. The next cutoff for receipt of applications is Friday, May 29, 2026. Learn more and apply today: usajobs.gov/job/865374700

The Copyright Office recently released a new set of 273 digitized bound historical record volumes. We now have over 21,124 volumes online, and we’ll periodically release more in the future. To see everything that is available, go to loc.gov/collections/co….

Did you know that copyright protects original works of authorship like books, music, photographs, and artwork but not ideas, methods, or systems? Learn about what is and isn’t protected by copyright: copyright.gov/circs/circ33.p…

Do you have a young artist, writer, or creator in your life? Help them learn how their work is protected with our Copyright for Kids handout: copyright.gov/history/Copyri…

The eCO online registration system will be offline Saturday, May 9 from 8:00 p.m. eastern time to Sunday, May 10 at 6:00 a.m. eastern time for technical maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Did you write any poems this month? Close out #NationalPoetryMonth by registering your work: copyright.gov/registration/l… Looking for guidance before you file? Catch the recording of our Copyright Essentials for Writers session for a clear overview: copyright.gov/events/copyrig…

Did you write any poems this month? Close out #NationalPoetryMonth by registering your work: copyright.gov/registration/l… Looking for guidance before you file? Catch the recording of our Copyright Essentials for Writers session for a clear overview: copyright.gov/events/copyrig…

On January 1, a broad range of creative works entered the public domain, meaning their copyright has now expired under U.S. law. Read more about the public domain, how it promotes creativity, and some of the works that have entered it our blog post: blogs.loc.gov/copyright/2025…

Looking for a good read? Visit our Copyright Lore webpage which explores copyright and Office milestones. The page highlights treasures found in the Copyright Office archives, updates to copyright law, and changes within the Office over time. copyright.gov/history/lore/?…

Our Law Clerk Program is a great way for talented law students to gain hands-on experience! Now accepting applications for fall 2026 until May 30. copyright.gov/about/special-…

Did you know a single song can involve multiple copyrights? Sound recordings and musical compositions are protected separately under copyright law. Understanding the distinction is key for creators and rights holders. Learn more. copyright.gov/music-moderniz…

The eCO online registration system will be offline Saturday, April 25 from 6:00 p.m. eastern time to Sunday, April 26 at 6:00 a.m. eastern time for technical maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Fun fact: The Commissioner’s Trophy, which is presented annually to Major League Baseball’s World Series champion, was registered with the U.S. Copyright Office as a sculptural work in 2016. See the registration record to learn more. publicrecords.copyright.gov/detailed-recor… #WorldIPDday

The Copyright Office recently released a new set of 126 digitized bound historical record volumes. We now have over 20,851 volumes online, and we’ll periodically release more in the future. To see everything that is available, go to loc.gov/collections/co…

Looking for detailed guidance on Copyright Office registration practices? The Compendium of U.S. Copyright Office Practices provides insight into policies, procedures, and interpretations used in registration decisions. Access the Compendium to learn more. copyright.gov/comp3/?loclr=l…