Search copyright registration records held by the U.S. Copyright Office. Returns registration details for published and unpublished works including books, music, software, films, and art. Used by attorneys, publishers, and content creators.
U.S. Copyright Office — Public Records Search
What you'll find
Copyright registration number and date
Title and author/claimant
Type of work and year of creation
Transfer and assignment records
Renewal and termination records
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Copyright registration predating 1978 may require searching card catalogs — the online database only covers registrations from 1978 forward. Contact the Copyright Office directly for older records.
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