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Nothing.
All creative works in the US are automatically copyrighted when first physically made.
There are fees to REGISTER a copyright, but registration is needed only if you anticipate a likelihood of commercial use.
The "mail it to yourself" idea suggested by a couple of other posters is sometimes called a "poor mans copyright", and has no legal value whatsoever in the US.
If a copyright is infringed, and the copyright is not registered, the only legal recourse is to have a court order the infringement stopped - no damages can be sought or awarded. If the copyright IS registered, then there can be damages. There's no 'in-between' area for stuff that's been mailed back to yourself.
Copyright law - including 'poor mans copyright' - is addressed by the US copyright office in the link below.
What else can I help you with?
Possible to copyright photography business name?
You cannot copyright a business name, but you can register it as a trademark.
How do you get your cartoon copyright and how much will it cost?
First of all, here's a tip. To save money, make a whole bookful of cartoon characters. That way, you'll have copyright access at a lower price than spending hundreds and maybe thousands of dollars on one character at a time. Be sure to copyright the script also. Copyrighting your creations should cost anywhere between $30-$100 more or less. Anders- P.S. By the way my penname is copyrighted.
Who owns copyright for pin-up artist?
Unless other arrangements were made, the creator controls the copyright.
What is meant by the term 'copyright'?
It means that the photograph has been protected by copyright laws and any use of the photo must be done with the permission of the copyright holder. There are 2 aspects to the copyright. An unregistered copyright protects the owner of the image and legally allows them up to $300 in claims against anyone copying the image illegally. A registered copyright must be filed through the government and allows greater claims against the infringer
Is there a copyright on the Italian Stallion image?
Yes There Is!
How much does it cost to copyright a watch?
It does not cost anything to receive copyright protection in most cases. For a watch, you would need to seek out a patent to protect your product, not copyright.
The cost of a copyright for a book?
Copyright fees in the US range from $30 USD to $220 USD.
What does it cost to register a copyright in the UK?
It doesn't cost anything. copyright protection, just as in the US is automatic.According to the UK Intellectual Property Office..."There is no official registration system for copyright in the United Kingdom (UK) and most other parts of the world. There are no forms to fill in and no fees to pay to get copyright protection."(see related link for the full text)
How much does it cost to copyright a photo in euros?
Protection is free and automatic.
What is a copyright software that is distributed at no cost for a trial period only?
Shareware
How much does a copyright lawyer cost?
It depends on the lawyer. Most copyright lawyers will charge around $300 to register a copyright, but the fee can also go up depending on what exactly you need the lawyer to do.
How much does it cost to register a copyright with the Philippine copyright office?
The current fee is 200P. Bear in mind, however, that registration is not required for protection.
How much does it cost to copyright ideas?
Ideas cannot be protected by copyright, only the original expression of those ideas, fixed in a tangible form, can be.
How much does it cost to copyright a kennel name in the US?
Business names cannot be protected by copyright, but you can register it as a trademark for $375 on paper, $275 electronically.
What do you need to do in order to register copyright of your current and future photographs and how much will it cost in the USA?
Copyright registration (online, fax, or snail mail) information & fee charts are available at the US Copyright Office homepage.
Does it cost money to download songs from LimeWire to itunes?
If you buy songs legally from the LimeWire store then it will cost money. If you are caught downloading songs illegally without paying for them then it could cost you a lot of money. To quote LimeWire: What Happens If I Commit Copyright Infringement? Your activities on peer-to-peer networks such as LimeWire may be monitored by copyright owners. Violation of copyright laws may subject one to substantial money damages. Copyright owners have sued thousands of people for infringement of copyright over peer-to-peer networks. (See links below)
How do you amortize copyright?
To amortize copyright, a business typically spreads the cost of acquiring the copyright over its useful life, reflecting this expense on its financial statements. This is done by determining the copyright's estimated useful life and then dividing the initial cost by that period, allowing for annual deductions. The amortization method used can vary, but it often follows the straight-line approach. It's important to note that copyright amortization is applicable in accounting practices rather than for individual creators.
