Copyright grants legal control over intellectual property, allowing creators to authorize reproduction and distribution of their works. Learn how copyright law protects creators and what types of... Learn about the basics of copyright law, including what it protects, who owns it, how long it lasts, and how to use it. Find out the difference between copyright, patent, and trademark, and how to record your copyright documents. In some circumstances, it's possible to use a copyright-protected work without infringing their copyright: You've checked with the copyright holder, who has allowed you to use the content. Learn about the intricacies of copyright law, including copyright duration, global variations and new challenges related to AI, DRM and NFTs.