Copyright Registration Form TX Instructions

Submit Form TX along with the required deposit to the Copyright Office. For paper submissions, mail your application and deposit to: Library of Congress, Copyright Office, 101 Independence Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20559-6000. For online submissions, use the electronic registration system available on the Copyright Office website. If you need assistance, contact the Copyright Office at (202) 707-3000 or email support@copyright.gov. Make sure to include all required information and documents to avoid any delays or refusals.

There are no specific dates listed for this form in 2024 and 2025. However, ensure timely submission to avoid delays in processing your copyright registration.

Form TX is used for the registration of nondramatic literary works with the United States Copyright Office. This includes both published and unpublished works, such as fiction, nonfiction, poetry, textbooks, and computer programs. The form helps authors, publishers, and other creators protect their intellectual property by providing legal documentation of their copyright ownership. Understanding how to properly complete Form TX is crucial for ensuring that your work is registered correctly and in a timely manner. Each section of the form requires specific information about the work being registered, the author(s), and the publication details. By carefully following the instructions, you can avoid delays and potential issues with your application. Proper registration of your work not only gives you legal protection but also helps prevent unauthorized use and distribution. It is an essential step for anyone involved in creating or distributing literary works, ensuring that your intellectual property rights are recognized and enforced.

• 1. Title of This Work: Provide the title of the work being registered. This will be used for indexing and identification purposes.
• 2. Previous or Alternative Titles: List any additional titles for the work that might be used for searching or indexing.
• 3. Name of Author: Give the full legal name of the author(s) who contributed to the work.
• 4. Creation and Publication: Provide the year of creation and, if applicable, the date and nation of first publication.
• 5. Claimant(s): List the name(s) and address(es) of the copyright claimant(s).
• 6. Previous Registration: Indicate if there has been any previous registration of the work and provide relevant details.
• 7. Derivative Work or Compilation: Complete this space if the work is a derivative work or compilation. Provide information on the preexisting material and new material added.
• 8. Fee: Indicate if you are using a Deposit Account or if the fee will be paid with the application.
• 9. Correspondence: Provide contact information for correspondence regarding the application.
• 10. Certification: The application must be signed and dated by the author, claimant, or authorized agent.
• 11. Address for Return of Certificate: Provide the address where the certificate of registration should be sent.

Failure to submit Form TX can result in delays or refusal of copyright registration. This can prevent you from obtaining legal protection for your work.

• Delay in Registration: Your application may be delayed if required information is missing.
• Refusal of Registration: If the form is incomplete, your application may be refused.
• Loss of Legal Protection: Without registration, you may not be entitled to certain legal relief, remedies, and benefits.

• 1. Unpublished Works: Use Form TX to register one unpublished work.
• 2. Published Works: Use Form TX to register published nondramatic literary works.
• 3. Contributions to Collective Works: Use Form TX to register a contribution to a collective work.
• 4. Computer Programs: Register computer programs using Form TX.
• 5. Advertising Copy: Register advertising copy using Form TX.