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Works consisting entirely of information that is commonly known and containing no original authorship are not protected by copyright. This could include calendars, height and weight charts, tape measures and rulers, etc.

In general, all you need to do is create a work of authorship and write it down or otherwise record it somewhere. This will automatically create copyright protections. In theory, you do not need to own the original copy in order to own the copyright.

Works that no longer attract copyright protection are said to be in the public domain, and you are free to use them without restriction. That includes no restrictions on copying and adapting, no need to seek permission, and no uncertainty about your rights as a user.

You can file your application electronically, by mail or by facsimile. You can obtain a registration of copyright by filing an application accompanied by the appropriate fee. Please do not send a copy of your work with the application. The Copyright Office does not review or assess works in any way.

How do I register my copyright? To register a work, submit a completed application form, and a nonreturnable copy or copies of the work to be registered. See Circular 1, Copyright Basics, section ?Registration Procedures., and Circular 4, Copyright Office Fees?. Where can I get application forms?

Well, copyright-free music is fine because it doesn't have any copyright, so you can't get a copyright claim on it. Royalty-free on the other hand does have copyright protection, so just because something is royalty-free doesn't mean it's claim-free!