CD Baby doesn't register your songs with the U.S. Copyright Office. Copyright registration must be completed directly by the artist. However, CD Baby has partnered with Cosynd, a service that simplifies the copyright registration process and helps protect your creative work. This article explains your options and why registration is important.

Does CD Baby handle copyright registration?

• No, CD Baby does not register your songs with the U.S. Copyright Office.
• Copyright registration must be done directly through www.copyright.gov.

How can I register my copyright easily?

• CD Baby has partnered with Cosynd, a service that helps artists:
  • Register copyrights for music, video, images, and documents.
  • Create and manage contracts with collaborators.

Is copyright registration required for distribution?

• No, registration is not required to distribute your music through CD Baby.
• However, registering your copyright is the strongest legal protection for your work.
  • It helps establish ownership.
  • It makes it easier to resolve disputes or enforce your rights.

Things to note

• You can register your work at any time, but earlier registration offers stronger protection.
• Registration is especially important if you plan to license your music or pursue legal action in case of infringement.

*Please note, links to third-party sites are provided purely for informational purposes and we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information. These sites are not governed by our artist agreement and privacy policy.