How do I get copyright protection for my works?

Copyright protects original works of authorship and it is secured automatically when the work is expressed in some tangible form: e.g. written down, recorded, painted or designed. It is however a good idea to indicate the copyright symbol © or the word Copyright, the year of the first publication and the name of the copyright holder to the original work. Providing contact information where possible will also make it easier for those who want to seek permission to reproduce the work.