Software Copyright Registration
Software in Turkey is protected as a copyright work, not an industrial property right. Sistem Patent files software copyright registrations for 70 years of protection.
Why software matters and why it needs protection
Software built with significant effort and investment can be protected by registering it. In Turkey, software is not treated as an industrial property right; it is classified as a copyright work and protected by the General Directorate of Copyright rather than TÜRKPATENT (the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office).
Documents required for software registration
The documents needed to file a software registration are:
- Notarized power of attorney: a power of attorney signed by the authorized signatories and notarized.
- Declaration: a declaration signed by the author, no notarization required.
- Copy of the work: a copy of the software delivered on CD.
Software registration process
Software registration is a process with a few specific steps:
- Preparing the application: preparing the required documents and building out the application file.
- Filing the application: filing the application file with the General Directorate of Copyright.
- Review process: the authority reviews and evaluates the application.
- Record and registration: on approval, the software is recorded and registered.
Protection provided by registration
Software registration gives your software 70 years of protection. The protection blocks unauthorized use, copying, or distribution and gives software owners real rights.
Why Sistem Patent
Sistem Patent runs the software registration process with a professional approach. Here is why our clients choose us:
- Expertise: our team has real experience on software registration.
- Fast, effective service: we run your filing process quickly and well.
- Full advisory: we guide you from filing through registration.
- Reliability: we work with a commitment to client satisfaction and reliable service.
To protect your software and start the registration process, get in touch with Sistem Patent. Build your digital-age shield with software registration and keep your work secured.