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Copyright Term Estimate Sheet
Turn a work type and one year into an earliest public-domain year under the general U.S. rule.
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Source notes
- U.S. Copyright Office — Copyright Basics
The Copyright Office circular describes how copyright arises, what registration provides, and how ownership transfers work.
Reviewed 2026-10-10. Ownership and licensing questions are fact-specific. The circular is general information, not legal advice.
What this App does not do
This App applies the general term rules from the Copyright Office summary. It does not confirm the status of a specific work.
This free App has no paid features. It does not contact an agency, employer, bank, seller, provider, or other person.