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 How do I protect my work?
Three easy steps:
Fill in the form with your contact details and select the duration of your copyright protection.
Enter your payment details via our secure server.
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Select and upload your file.
Instant confirmation and a serial number will be sent to you via email.
That's it. The whole process takes five minutes. If you wish to PROTECT YOUR WORK, click here now.
Upon registration, we will provide you with a unique serial number which should be applied to the frontpage of your script or other literary work.As a neutral third party, registering with us not only gives you protection for your intellectual work, it also serves as a deterrent to those who show potential interest in your work. Our service provides the registrant with date creation of intellectual material. Please read our terms and conditions for more information. Please be aware that registration does not protect titles (ie names) of screenplays, books, teleplays and the like.
How does copyright work?
In the UK, as in most countries, a document, work, or creative project is automatically copywritten upon the day of creation by virtue of its creation. By placing the author's name, date and the word 'copyright' or the legally accepted symbol "©" along with date of creation, this is in effect, declaring the copyright of an author's work. It does not protect you in case of litigation. And the old method of posting yourself a copy of your work through registered or recorded delivery is proving less reliable. Written, documentary evidence of date and time of registration is the only full-proof satisfactory way you can be sure your work is ultimately and safely protected.
Submitting & Registering your work online with us is the fastest and most convenient way to do this.
How much will it cost?
Protecting your work with us is easy and costs are minimal.
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10 Years
WORLDWIDE
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10 years
WORLDWIDE
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 UK
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£50
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£99
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EUROPE*
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72€
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142€
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USA*
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$95
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$189
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AUSTRALIA*
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$126
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$249
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CANADA*
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$117
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$179
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*Note: Prices may vary according to current rate of exchange.
CLICK HERE to convert your currency.
I want to upload more than one file. What do I do?
After providing your personal details on the REGISTRATION page, you are taken to the upload page. Here, you can add a document by clicking the "Upload A Document" button. Each time you upload a file, you return to the upload page and can upload another document. Continue in this fashion as many times as you wish, then click "Proceed To Checkout" to finalise your registration.
Do you read my material?
No. Your registered work is not read by any of our employees.
Is it safe to upload my material via the internet?
Yes. When you upload your material via our website, you are uploading in a secure and totally safe environment.
Is it safe to pay by credit card?
Yes. When you are taken to our payment gateway, your credit card details are processed by Worldpay in a secure and safe environment.
What happens to my work when I submit it to you?
Submitted work is stored in our private and secure vault where it is untouched until requested by the author or in the case of any litigious proceedings.
What types of things can be registered with you?
Any computer file can be registered. If you are registering a Website, you should ensure the entire site is zipped or otherwise compressed.
Other elements such as a flash movie, custom java scripts etc can also be registered with us.
Can registered material be added to or updated?
No. The primary purpose of registration is to establish the completion date of your original work. Once material is registered, the file cannot be changed in any way. New drafts should be registered when significant additions have been made. You do not need to re-register if minor corrections have been made.
Will I be reminded when it's time for my material to be renewed?
No, you must re-register your work when it expires. Material submitted online is stored in two separate and securely encrypted locations to ensure complete protection.
Can I register Worlwide?
Yes, you can. We now offer a worlwide copyright registery for one low price (minimum term is 10 years).
What do I do once I have registered?
Once you have registered your work with us, your should clearly apply your registration number to the frontpage of your work. We advise the copy to read as follows: WMCA #A100001.
Can material be withdrawn or removed from the Registry?
No, the deposited material cannot be returned to the writer without defeating the purpose of registration. It is therefore important to always retain a separate copy of the material being registered.
I live outside of the United Kingdom. Can I register my work with you?
Yes. Registering with us still provides you with proof of date creation no matter where you live. If you live in Europe, the US, Canada, Australia, the Far East or the Middle East, you can still register your work with us. We now also offer a Worldwide Copyright registration for one low price, or a service local to your country. Payment is taken in Pounds, US Dollars, Euros, Canadian Dollars and Australian Dollars. However, no matter where you live, you can still pay by credit card. Your bank will give you the best rate of exchange.
Do I need to register with the WMCA?
We advise everyone to register their work with us. This is the most effective way to ensure your work is protected, and registering with the WMCA, creates a separate legal record for your material which is pursuant to UK laws. In addition, you may consider registering treatments or drafts of your work-in-progress with our Registry.
What happens if I am involved in litigation proceedings?
If necessary, a Registry employee may produce registration information or material as evidence if legal or official guild action is initiated. Please note: Duplicates of online registrations will not be in paper form. Your online registration will be returned to you in an electronic format (CD) and sent via certified mail.
Who are you?
The WMCA is a division of the WCA. The WCA was set up by a team of writers and lawyers to ensure that intellectual property in the UK is properly protected against theft and plagiarism. We are a limited company and are run and managed by a team of dedicated individuals who understand the needs of writers.
What happens if you cease trading or are taken over?
In the unlikely event that the WCA ceases trading, we guarentee to keep records intact until the expiry period of your registration. Any change in management will not affect your registration in any way at all.
How can I contact you?
Please send us an email. Or, we offer a FREE callback. Just send us your phone number and we'll be happy to give you a call. For a full list of contact details, please click here.
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Please note that the WMCA does not verify the originality or authenticity of the material, make comparisons of registration deposits, provide any statutory protections, nor give legal advice.
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