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How to Register Your Works and Protect Them with Copyright

Introduction to Copyright Registration

• The video aims to teach viewers how to register their works for copyright protection, ensuring they can prove authorship in case of disputes.

• Previous episodes covered the concepts of copyright and copyleft; viewers are encouraged to watch them for better understanding before proceeding.

Overview of SafeCreative.org

• The platform discussed is SafeCreative.org, which allows users to register copyrights and copylefts using blockchain technology.

• Users can create an account on the site, which offers both free and paid registration options.

Services Offered by SafeCreative

• The service protects against plagiarism and unauthorized use, such as remixes or samples without permission.

• Registration is quick and easy, allowing uploads from Google Drive or Dropbox. Various types of works can be registered including music, photographs, books, and software.

Account Types and Costs

• There are different account types: a free option for single registrations at $10 each or professional/corporate accounts for unlimited registrations during the subscription period.

• Professional accounts may be more cost-effective for those registering multiple works annually.

How Registration Works

• To register a work, users create an account, upload their file (e.g., JPG, MP3), provide details about the work, and receive a timestamped certificate valid internationally under the Berne Convention.

• The website provides information in Spanish along with policies and FAQs.

Creating an Account on SafeCreative

• Users must enter real personal information when creating an account; fictitious names will not validate ownership claims.

• After filling out required fields like name and email address, users confirm their registration via email.

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How to Register Your Music Work

Selecting the Type of Work

• The registration process begins by selecting the type of work, such as audio, which includes music, podcasts, audiobooks, and more. Other categories include drawings, photographs, sculptures, 3D modeling, videos, articles, comics, and scripts.

Uploading Your Music File

• Users can upload their music files in formats like WAV or MP3 (320 kbps). They can either click to add files or drag and drop them into the designated area for uploading.

• If users are not ready to register immediately after uploading a file, they have the option to reserve a code for later registration.

Providing Details About Your Work

• After uploading a file, users must enter details such as the title of the song (e.g., "Remember Original Mix") and provide a summary or description that may include duration and software used.

• Including optional tags helps in organizing and easily retrieving registered works later. Tags can be related to song name, genre, style etc.

Public Information Settings

• It's crucial to select "only registration information" for public visibility; otherwise others cannot verify your work.

• Users should avoid allowing original file downloads to prevent unauthorized distribution while still enabling previews for verification purposes.

Copyright Registration Options

• Free accounts cannot register under copyright; they can only choose "some rights reserved" options through Creative Commons licenses.

• Users need to decide on author recognition and whether derivative works are allowed. This affects how their music can be used by others.

License Selection Process

• Depending on user choices regarding commercial use and derivative works permissions will determine the type of license assigned (e.g., share-alike).

• For professional plans with full copyright protection available ("all rights reserved"), users must ensure they select appropriate licensing options before proceeding.

Author Attribution

• When registering a work as an author or rights holder directly involved in creation is essential; intermediaries should not be selected during this process.

How to Register Your Music Work

Adding Co-Authors and Percentage Distribution

• You can assign percentages to co-authors when registering a song. To do this, you need to add another author by entering their email address.

• Ensure that the total percentage sums up to 100%. If you're the sole creator, you would allocate 100% for composition, lyrics (if applicable), and recording rights.

Importance of Master Rights

• It's crucial to have master rights; lacking these can lead to complications in ownership and distribution. Refer back to previous videos for more context on this topic.

Registration Process Overview

• The option for percentage distribution is only available with a paid account; free accounts must register as 100% sole authorship.

• After completing registration, you will see a confirmation page displaying your work's details, including cover art and listening options.

Sharing Your Registered Work

• You can share your registered work by copying the public link provided on the registration page. This link serves as proof of copyright for your song.

• The registration includes various details such as license type, registration date, and allows changes like switching from copy left to copyright if needed.

Additional Features of Registration

• Users can document their creative process within the registration system. This may include notes about how or when they created the song.

• The platform offers an option to validate copyright through NFTs (non-fungible tokens), leveraging blockchain technology for security.

Understanding Account Types and Costs

• There are three types of accounts: Individual ($10 per song), Professional (unlimited registrations), and Corporate (for record labels).

• The Professional account allows multi-author registrations and supports various versions of songs (e.g., acoustic or extended versions).

Benefits of Using Cloud Storage Integration

• With cloud storage integration (like Dropbox or Google Drive), uploading a new song automatically registers it for copyright protection.

This structured overview provides insights into music registration processes while highlighting key features and considerations necessary for artists navigating copyright issues.