How do I register a copyright?

In New Hampshire, registering a copyright is a simple process that is done through the U.S. Copyright Office. The first step in the process is to create a work of authorship, such as a literary work, a song, a video, or a photograph. Once the work is completed, the author must then submit an application to the Copyright Office to officially register the copyright. The application must include two copies of the work, a short description of the work, the author’s name and address, as well as a completed application form. The application form includes questions about the work, such as the title, the genre, and the date of completion. Once the application is completed, it is sent to the Copyright Office, along with the required fee. The Copyright Office will then review the application to make sure that all of the necessary information is included and that the work meets the legal requirements for a copyright. If everything is in order, the Copyright Office will issue a registration certificate, which will officially recognize the copyright and provide the author with certain rights and protections under the law. It is then up to the author to enforce those rights and protect their work from any unauthorized use or infringement.

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