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Copyright Duration Calculator

Find out when copyright expires for any creative work under U.S. copyright law. Enter the details below to calculate the duration and current status.

Type of Work

Year Created

Year Published (if published)

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Author's Death Year (if known)

For individual works, copyright lasts life + 70 years. For joint works, life of last surviving author + 70 years.

Copyright Status

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Expiration Year

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How This Was Calculated

This calculator provides estimates based on U.S. copyright law. Copyright rules vary by country and may involve additional factors not covered here. Consult an attorney for legal advice.

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