If you’re a poet on Instagram, you know that copyright is a big deal. And if you’re not careful, you can end up with legal trouble. Here’s how to make sure your poetry remains legal and unprotected:

  1. Make sure your poem is properly copyrighted. This includes including the author’s name and the date of creation in your post.
  2. File a Copyright Claim with the Copyright Office. Once your poem has been properly copyrighted, file a Copyright Claim with the Copyright Office to protect it from being used without permission. This can take a few weeks, but it’s important to do everything possible to protect your work!
  3. Make sure people are aware of your copyright protection. Share your poem on social media and other online platforms where people often share creative works (like blogs). Let people know that you own the rights to your work and that they should not use it without permission!