Copyright Registration

Protect works with copyright in several categories, i.e. literary works, software, artistic and musical works, audiovisual material or any other similar type of work in the fields of literature, science or fine arts.

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Using a Copyright Registration is important for companies in the Philippines because it provides legal protection and exclusivity over their Intellectual Property. Copyright Registration ensures that their work is protected against infringement and misuse, allowing them to take legal action against any unauthorized use. This can also help companies establish their ownership and rights to their creations, especially when it comes to licensing and royalties. Themis Partner offers you other solutions to protect your intellectual property. In order to protect your inventions, data, ideas or brands we accompany you on your Copyright Registration, TradeMark Registration and Patent Filing.

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Table of contents

What is Copyright Registration?
Why Copyright Registration is important for Companies?
How to register Copyright for your company in the Philippines?
What are the mistakes to avoid when registering copyright for your Company?
What is the role of Copyright lawyers for companies in the Philippines?
What are the best practices for protecting your company's intellectual property

What is Copyright Registration?

Copyright Registration in the Philippines is the process of legally securing and protecting the exclusive rights of creators or authors of original literary, artistic, or intellectual works, such as books, articles, music, films, software, and other creative works. Copyright Registration establishes a public record of ownership and serves as evidence of ownership in case of infringement or legal disputes.

In the Philippines, Copyright Registration is governed by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO), which is a government agency responsible for the administration and enforcement of intellectual property laws, including copyright. Copyright Registration in the Philippines is not mandatory, as copyright protection arises automatically upon the creation of the work, but registration is highly recommended as it provides additional legal protection and benefits, such as the right to sue for infringement and to claim damages.

Why Copyright Registration is important for Companies?

1. Legal protection

Copyright Registration provides legal protection for a company’s intellectual property. It establishes a public record of ownership and helps to prevent infringement of the company’s copyrighted works.

2. Exclusive rights

Copyright Registration provides exclusive rights to the owner of the copyrighted work, such as the right to reproduce, distribute, and display the work. This helps companies protect their creative works from being used or copied by others without permission.

3. Evidence in court

Copyright Registration serves as evidence in court in case of infringement or legal disputes. This can help companies prove ownership of their intellectual property and recover damages if their copyrighted works are used without permission.

4. Commercial benefits

Copyright Registration can also have commercial benefits for companies, as it can help to establish a brand identity and increase the value of their intellectual property. It can also help to attract investors or partners who are interested in the company’s creative works.