How do I license my copyrighted work?

In Washington, there are two ways to license your copyrighted work. You can either obtain a traditional copyright license, which grants another party the right to use your copyrighted material, or you can use a Creative Commons license. A traditional license is a formal agreement that defines how your copyrighted content can be used. You must negotiate the terms of the agreement with the other party and copyright law requires that it be in writing. Once the license is in place, the other party must adhere to the terms of the agreement in order to legally use the copyrighted work. Creative Commons licenses are free and easy ways to license your creative works. The Creative Commons licenses are available for most creative works, such as photos, music, videos, and text. With a Creative Commons license, you can allow others to use, copy, share, and even modify your work according to the license you choose. Whatever type of license you choose, make sure that you follow the guidelines of the copyright law in Washington. Be sure to always include a copyright notice on any work where you are the owner of the copyright. Additionally, consider registering your work with the U.S. Copyright Office if you want to pursue legal action in the event of a copyright infringement.

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