Important Notice on New Software Copyright Registration Rules of China

Release Time：2026-03-19 12:00Author：Views：70

The Copyright Protection Center of China officially released an announcement on March 15 regarding the "Joint Efforts to Maintain a Healthy Ecosystem for Computer Software Copyright Registration." The new version of the software copyright registration application form has been implemented immediately, alongside the establishment of a credit system and disciplinary mechanisms for dishonesty.

WEIPR Group has promptly issued an internal notice to align with these core requirements, ensuring all business operations remain compliant:

Core Business Adjustments

1. Full Implementation of the New Application Form
As of 18:00 on March 15, 2026, the old version of the application form will no longer be accepted. All newly submitted cases must use the optimized version; otherwise, they will be directly rejected.

2. Enhanced Functional Description Requirements
Software features and functionalities must be described in accordance with the new regulations. The description must be no less than 500 words and is recommended to be between 500 and 1,300 words. Content must be authentic and detailed, avoiding templated expressions.

3. New Handwritten Commitment Requirement
The handling person must manually transcribe the designated commitment paragraph using a black neutral pen, provide a handwritten signature, and fill in their ID number, assuming legal responsibility in their real name.

4. Updated Material Standards
All materials must be prepared strictly according to the new standards. Cases without uploaded signed and sealed pages must be reprinted and signed in compliance with the new requirements.

Credit Mechanism and Compliance Requirements

The Copyright Protection Center will establish a credit system for software copyright registration applications and introduce disciplinary measures for dishonesty. Actions such as providing false information or improperly using AI-generated materials will result in inclusion on the dishonesty list and legal liability in accordance with the law.

WEIPR Group Service Reminder

We have completed internal process alignment. All ongoing cases will have materials adjusted in line with the new requirements to ensure smooth application progress.

All partners and clients are urged to uphold the principle of honesty and integrity, working together to maintain a healthy copyright registration ecosystem.

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