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The protection of an idea or a concept

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Intellectual property protection solution

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Within the framework of intellectual property, not all ideas can be protected. This is reflected in the saying that ideas are free-flowing. Without an initial idea, however, there is no intellectual creation possible. This is why French law protects certain ideas. This protection nevertheless has its limitations, which is why we propose that you broaden it with an online Copyright registration.

How do I know if I can get my idea protected?

A simple idea cannot be protected in France. For it to be, it must meet two criteria:

  • The idea must be tangible: the work must be fixed in a material form. It cannot exist only in the mind of its author.The protection of an idea or concept
  • The idea must be original: an idea is original when it reflects the author’s personality, it should be the fruit of the author’s intellectual contribution and an expression of the author’s free and creative choices.

Much more than a simple idea, it is a concept brought to completion.

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How do I register & protect my designs with Fidealis?

1. Register

I register for free. No payment is required.

2. We guide you

I choose an offer adapted to my needs with an advisor.

3. We protect you

I upload my creations online. I'm protected!

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Why should I protect my idea or concept?

In France, intellectual work is protected by copyright from the moment they are created. It confers on the author an exclusive intangible property right that is enforceable against any infringement. No formalities are required to benefit from this protection.

However, this protection is not always adequate for the author. In the event of a dispute, copyright does not give you proof of the date of creation of your idea or concept.

Protecting your idea with Fidealis Copyright

The protection of your ideas and concepts with Copyright registration allows you to prove the date of creation that can be produced in court in the event of a dispute, in order to justify your authorship.

At Fidealis we offer you the best solution on the market to register your concept. By submitting your idea to our registration platform, it is immediately protected. After a tamper-proof electronic signature and digital timestamp, we officially register it. This deposit is valid for life in 177 countries.

To ensure better protection, copyrighting your ideas and concepts is the best solution.

Thanks to Copyright Fidealis, you can easily and quickly exercise your rights over your creative work.

Fidealis, the easy way to protect a concept

A pioneering solution in the protection of designs and collections, combining electronic signature technologies, timestamping and blockchain. Your creative work is instantly officially certified and archived.

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Frequently asked questions

What does it mean to register a copyright?

Registering a copyright consists in registering a work, creation or concept so as to have proof of its authorship and date of creation. This registration provides legal protection for your copyright.

What is the relationship between copyright, anteriority and authorship?

Copyright is the right of a creator over his or her creation, acquired automatically by the existence of an original and creative creation(sic!). Copyright is the most direct translation of the English word droit d’auteur (authorization to copy), and the only way to prove this right is by proof of anteriority, which can be done, for example, at FIDEALIS, at a notary’s office, at a bailiff’s office, or on a blockchain. In most countries outside the USA, copyright does not require any compulsory formalities.

In the USA, the absence of a copyright registered with the Copyright Office makes it possible to prevent use, but severely limits compensation.

How do I register a copyright in France?

You can register a copyright online with a full time-stamp via specialized platforms such as Fidealis, or with a bailiff who will draw up an official report, providing indisputable proof of your creation.

Is it possible to submit an idea?

Copyright does not directly protect ideas, but it is possible to register an idea by materializing and organizing it in the form of a concept or dated documents (e.g. via an electronic envelope or a FIDEALIS copyright registration) to prove your anteriority in the event of litigation.

What are the advantages of copyrighting an idea?

In reality, for an idea (which is actually a concept in the mind of the creator, who lacks the formalization to turn this “idea” into a registerable concept) you have no real choice but to use a time-stamping service or a court commissioner. Registering a copyright for an idea gives you legal proof that makes it easier to defend your rights in the event of usurpation, plagiarism or counterfeiting, and enables you to promote your creation to partners or investors.

How much does it cost to copyright an idea?

The cost varies according to the method chosen: online platforms are generally affordable (under €100), while using a bailiff can be more expensive (from €200).