• The source and object code, that is, the program itself in a strict sense.
• The rest of elements that compose the program, even if they are not code, such as texts, images, animations, sounds, databases,…
• Preparatory an technical documentation and user manuals, that constitute a reinforcement to the previous elements in order to prove that the conception, design and creation of the program corresponds to the person who is registering the program.

Industrial design is the most ornamental part of the product. This aspect makes products more attractive and thus increase their commercial potential. Industrial drawings and models apply to a broad variety of products in industry and crafting, from technological and medical devices to watches, jewelry and other luxury items; from home and electric appliances to vehicles and architectural structures; and from textile materials to leisure goods.

Depending on the national legislation, and the kind of drawing or model, it can also receive copyright protection as an artistic work. In some cases, copyright and industrial protection coexist for drawings and models.

In certain circumstances, an industrial design may also be subject to protection under unfair competition laws, although the conditions of protection and the rights and resources offered may vary considerably. Learn more

Authorship and rights can be declared over 2D designs, providing the graphic works themselves such as images or product renders; they may be files of type jpg, png, pdf, etc. For 3D objects, it may be advaisable to include the files produced by the 3D design application, or several images in a PDF with views of the item from different perspectives.

The “Certified Publication” service, included in our business subscription, can be used to certify that a work has been publicly accesible uninterruptedly since a certain date. This can help to prove that a later similar registration attempt would not meet the requirement of originality in patents, utility models or designs. At the same time, it proves that the work has been effectively published; that is, it has been made available to those who wish to verify its existence. This is useful for these types of works:

• Catalogues.
• Product descriptions.
• Technical specifications.
• Forms.
• Similar or related information documents.
• Utility models.
• Patents.
• Designs.