What is a copyright symbol and when do I need to use it?

A copyright symbol is a symbol used to indicate that a work, such as a book, song, or artwork, is protected under copyright law. In the United States, including the state of Nebraska, copyright protection is generally granted to authors of creative works such as books, musical compositions, sculptures, and photographs. The symbol used to indicate this copyright ownership is ©. Generally, the copyright symbol is placed near the beginning of the work or on the title page. In the United States, registration of a work with the U.S. Copyright Office is not required for protection. But it is recommended to do so. To officially register a work with the Copyright Office, artisans must place the copyright symbol © with the year of publication and the name of the copyright holder. In the state of Nebraska, it is not necessary to use the copyright symbol or to register a copyright for an individual’s creative work. However, using the copyright symbol and registering the work with the Copyright Office will help provide additional protection for the individual’s work. The copyright symbol also serves as a warning to potential infringers, who can be held liable for copyright infringement and be subject to fines and other legal obligations.

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