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What Is Software Copyright Registration and How Do You Get One?

Software copyright registration puts the machine-language form of your code under 70-year legal protection, through the General Directorate of Copyright.

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Why software registration matters

Software registration matters: It legally protects the developer’s work. The protection blocks unauthorized copying, use, or distribution, preserving the commercial value of the software. Registered software gets legal security and gives the developer real rights.

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Documents required for software registration

  • Notarized power of attorney: a power of attorney notarized by the authorized signatories is required.
  • Declaration: a declaration signed by the author. No notarization required.
  • Copy of the work: a copy of the software on CD is required.

How do you get software registration

  • Preparing the application: the required documents and application form for software registration are prepared.
  • Filing the application: the prepared documents and application form are submitted to the General Directorate of Copyright.
  • Review of the application: the authority reviews the application, identifies any gaps, and notifies the applicant. 3 months are given to address the gaps.
  • Publication of the application: once accepted, the software registration application is officially published.
  • Technical review: the technical features and originality of the software are reviewed in detail.
  • Registration: on approval, the software is registered and placed under protection.

Protection period

Software registration gives your software 70 years of protection.

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