Do I need an email address to file my copyright?
Yes. To file your copyright registration you must provide an email address. If you enter your email address, it will be included in the public record when you copyright is registered.
What are the steps for registering a claim in ZoomCopyright?
Registering a copyright claim via ZoomCopyright involves three steps:
- Complete the ZoomCopyright wizard application
- Submit your creative work
- Pay the fee online via PayPal using a valid Credit card or PayPal account
Can I register multiple works with the same application?
Several options for registering multiple works with the same application include:
- A collective work, such as a CD
- A group of up to 10 unpublished works created by the same author or co-authors
- A group of published photographs created by the same author
- A group of issues from the same serial publication, the same newspaper or same newsletter
- A group of contributions by the same person that were first published in a periodical
- A group of test items that were prepared for use in a secure test
- Multiple works first published in the same unit of publication and owned by the same person
What platforms does ZoomCopyright support that can be used to submit a copyright registration?
ZoomCopyright has been confirmed for use on Mobile phones, Tablets and Personal computers (Chrome and MS Windows).
How long does it take for a copyright registration?
The average time for a copyright registration is 6 months.
What file types are acceptable to upload?
Acceptable file types include:
- Docx
- ICO
- JPG
- M4A
Is there a maximum file size that can be uploaded in on session?
Yes. The maximum file size is 500 MB.