How can I get my songs copyrighted?

To register a claim to copyright in a musical composition, you must submit the following to the Copyright Office: (1) a completed application form; (2) a nonrefundable filing fee; and (3) the required “deposit copies” of your work. This circular highlights issues common to registrations of musical compositions.

How much does it cost to license a song in India?

The Indian Performing Right Society’s limited (IPRS) license is required in the live performance event hosted by a company. Typically, to calculate the fee the license fee for each square feet of your building is Rs. 1.5/sq. feet and the minimum royalty under their tariff is INR 50,000, etc.

How can I publish my song in India?

The composition, lyrics and sound recording can all be registered online. The website is www.copyright.gov.in and the fee is Rs. 500/- per work registered. So for all copyrights of a song, the fee is Rs.

Do I need to copyright my music?

« Back to FAQs Is it necessary to copyright my songs? Registering your copyrights is not required but it is highly recommended since doing so will give you certain protection under copyright law in case you need to sue someone for using your song without your permission.

Can you write your own copyright?

If you create an original written work, musical composition, artistic expression, computer program, website, architectural work, or other creative expression, you own the copyright in your creation as soon as you fix your ideas in a tangible or perceivable form.

Does copyright cost money?

The initial filing of a copyright application will cost between $50 and $65 depending on the type of form, unless you file online which will then only cost you $35. There are special fees for registering a copyright application claim in a group or obtaining additional certificates of registration as well.

How do I protect my original music?

Your song’s music and lyrics are protected by copyright as soon as you record them, even if it’s just a rough recording on your cell phone. But to get the full benefit of copyright protection, including the right to sue people for infringing your copyright, you must register it with the U.S. Copyright Office.

Does India have copyright laws?

The Copyright Act 1957 (the Act), supported by the Copyright Rules 1958 (the Rules), is the governing law for copyright protection in India. India is a member of the Berne Conventions and Universal Copyright Convention. The Government of India has also passed the International Copyright Order, 1999.

How do I copyright a song I wrote?

You can also register your song with your country’s Copyright Office. In the United States you can Register it online with the U.S. Copyright Office for a fee as low as $35 for a single work registered by a single author. Registration is essential should for you ever decide to sue someone for copyright inf

How to file a copyright application in India?

In India, the copyright application must be filed by providing the applicants/owners details submitted with copies of the work and the prescribed fee.

Why is copyright protection important for a song?

Copyright protection is very important because without copyright protection anyone can copy your song and make a pirate version of your song and misuse. Copyright will give you an exclusive right and your song will be protected, if anyone copies your song or try to breach your rights then he will get punishment under the copyright act.

How to register a copyright online?

Online procedure is very easy and simple. First, you have to visit the official website of copyright registration then you have to sign up on the website which means you have to create a login ID on the website. During creating your login ID you have to give fill the required information like your e-mail id, phone number.