Can’t I just mail it to myself?
13. 12, 07 16:39 Filed in: registration
Can’t I use the “poor man’s copyright” and just mail it to myself?
Obtaining copyright protection by mailing your work to yourself and not opening the envelope is an urban myth. Although you may have a postmark showing the date of mailing, it is not a substitute for registration. It’s a waste of time and money because it has no legal benefits for infringement lawsuits. It will still be necessary to file for registration of your claim in the Copyright Office before a lawsuit. The postmarked envelope is not a public record or solid proof in court.
Why do you think they call it the “poor man’s copyright”? - - MJD