Frequently asked questions

A collection of intellectual assets such as trademarks, patents, copyrights, and industrial designs owned by a Company or individual.

The digital system makes it easy to track assets, manage deadlines, generate reports, and submit renewal or registration requests efficiently.

By automating processes, tracking assets, and alerting renewals, reducing delays and legal risks and facilitates quick access to information.

Through the SIPRC digital platform, intellectual assets are registered and managed in many countries, as the platform provides accurate tracking services for renewal dates at the international level, along with alert notifications to ensure that intellectual rights do not expire on time.

The SIPRC platform provides a simplified interface for managing intellectual assets, with the ability to track all intellectual rights and their renewal dates. Periodic notifications of upcoming renewals are also sent, allowing companies to easily track their rights and avoid delays in renewing any asset.

The digital system provided by the SIPRC platform allows intellectual assets to be classified by category and type (such as trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and copyrights) to ensure effective organization. The platform also provides the ability to track the status of each asset, facilitating oversight and decision-making

The TM service helps detect any attempts to register similar or identical marks, allowing our Partner to take appropriate legal action to protect its trademark rights.

Alerts are issued periodically, based on updates to brand databases, ensuring that our Partner is aware of any potential threats in a timely manner.

Yes, the Trademark Monitor service includes monitoring registrations at both national and international levels to ensure the protection of the trademark in various markets.

When a registration that poses a threat is discovered, a detailed report is prepared, and legal recommendations are made on what actions can be taken to prevent the registration of the conflicting mark.

The cost varies depending on the scope of monitoring (local or international) and the number of brands covered. An accurate estimate can be provided based on our Partner’s specific needs.

TM Watch helps maintain the brand’s position and protect it from any violations that may affect its reputation and value. By providing accurate monitoring and up-to-date alerts, this service ensures that the brand is under periodic monitoring.

The trademark is registered through the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. We provide integrated services including uploading the required documents, paying the fees, and following up on the application until the final certificate is issued.

Requirements include submitting a brand image, translation of foreign phrases if applicable, and official documents. We can assist you in preparing and submitting all of these documents to ensure your application is accepted.

The conditions include that the mark must be distinctive and non-descriptive, must not contain religious references or national slogans, must not be misleading to the public, or similar to famous marks.

Yes, your trademark can be renewed every 10 years. We offer renewal follow-up services to ensure your trademark does not expire.

A mark containing a (.com) domain can be registered by providing a certificate to prove that the domain name matches the applicant.

The cost of registration varies by country and the number of categories in which the mark is registered. You can contact us for an accurate cost estimate.

The time required to register a trademark varies depending on the competent authority and the country you are in, but if incorrect or insufficient data is provided, it may take longer. We work to expedite the process by providing the correct data and attachments to the relevant authorities to ensure that the registration is completed in the shortest possible time.

A patent is a legal document that gives its owner exclusive rights to use or sell an invention for a specified period.

The invention must be new, inventive, and industrially applicable, without conflicting with general laws.

Patent protection usually lasts for 20 years, provided annual fees are paid.

A patent cannot be renewed after its expiration, but annual fees can be paid to maintain protection rights.

A patent protects technical innovations, while a trademark protects the identity of products and services.

The cost depends on several factors such as application fees and annual fees.

The cost depends on several factors such as application fees and annual fees.

We conduct a comprehensive search to verify that there are no similar patents and provide legal advice.

Copyright gives creators legal protection for their creative works such as books, films, and music, and guarantees them the right to copy, distribute, and publicly display.

Copyright is registered by submitting an application to the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. We provide full support in submitting and following up on applications.

Protected works include literary texts, films, music, software, designs, and other artistic works.

Protection lasts for the life of the author, plus 50 or 70 years after his death, depending on the laws in force.

Yes, we offer national and international copyright protection services to ensure full protection of your works

Registration provides legal protection and allows you to take appropriate action when your rights are violated.

We provide the necessary legal support in case of copyright infringement and take legal action to ensure your protection.

Yes, you can sell or license copyrights under legal contracts. We provide support to ensure the process is done legally.

Industrial designs are the external or decorative appearance of products such as furniture, fashion, or electronic devices. Designs distinguish products from others and enhance their appeal.

Industrial design registration is done through the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. We save your time and effort by providing integrated services, including submitting applications, paying fees, and following up on procedures until the certificate is issued.

Industrial design registration is done through the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. We save your time and effort by providing integrated services, including submitting applications, paying fees, and following up on procedures until the certificate is issued.

The duration of protection usually ranges from 10 years with the possibility of renewal for additional periods.

Registration provides legal protection against unlawful copying or exploitation and allows you to take legal action against any violations.

Yes, protection can be renewed for additional periods. We will follow up with you to ensure that protection is renewed on time.

Legal action may be taken against the party that has violated your rights, including seeking compensation.

Yes, industrial designs protect the appearance of products, while patents protect technical innovations.

Yes, you can license your industrial design through legal contracts. To request an industrial design licensing service, click here.

Digital Brand Protection is a set of measures aimed at securing brands from online threats and violations.

We monitor and remove threats related to brand impersonation and provide application and online brand protection.

We rely on comprehensive monitoring including the Internet, social media accounts, and advertisements to detect any suspicious activity related to your brand.

We prevent fake websites and fraudulent messages from accessing your customers’ data, which enhances their security and maintains their trust.

We remove fraudulent content immediately and take legal action to protect your digital rights.

We monitor all domain names that are similar to your Company’s domains, and we take swift action upon discovering any illegal use.

Yes, we monitor social media platforms to detect any accounts impersonating your Company and take the necessary steps to remove them.

We monitor online advertisements. When We discover any fake ad, we remove it immediately.

Of Course, We provide periodic reports showcasing details of threats detected and actions taken to ensure your Digital Assets are protected.

A Secret Inspector is a person who secretly works Undercover to detect intellectual property rights violations, such as counterfeit products or illegal use of a trademark.

This Service helps you protect your brand from infringements and counterfeiting by detecting illegal activities and collecting the evidence needed to file legal complaints.

Yes, we customize the Service based on the nature of the brand and the products that need protection, with a focus on targeted and suspected markets.

Evidence collection includes photographs, videos, and invoices documenting violations that can be used in court to protect your rights.

Yes, all procedures are carried out in complete and ultimate confidentiality to ensure that the Secret Inspector identity is not revealed or affected by business operations.

You can contact us to identify targets and areas that need monitoring, and We will customize an action plan that includes inspector visits and necessary evidence collection.

Compliance Services help companies comply with applicable laws and regulations, helping avoid legal penalties and protect the corporate reputation.

By communicating directly with violating parties and reporting violations, Compliance Services ensure the protection of intellectual property rights and legal situation remedy.

The steps to remedy the legal situation include providing customized legal advice, conducting accurate legal analysis, and communicating with relevant parties to ensure full compliance with laws & regulations.

Compliance Services contribute to enhancing business continuity by ensuring compliance with regulations and laws, which reduces legal risks and enhances confidence in businesses.

Failure to comply with laws and regulations may result in legal penalties, financial fines, and loss of trust from customers and partners, which harms the corporate reputation and business continuity.

Services include Intellectual Property Rights, Commercial Transactions & Agreements.

Yes, we provide full support in Arbitration procedures to ensure rapid dispute resolution.

It varies depending on the proceeding complexity. We follow up on cases to ensure they progress as quickly as possible.

We help file an appeal statement to protect your rights in trademark proceedings.

We help file an appeal statement to protect your rights in trademark proceedings.

It is a legal process that allows businesses to file objections to decisions regarding Intellectual Property Rights to ensure their assets are protected.

Appeal can be filed immediately after the decision is issued. We provide full support for preparing and filing the Appeal.

Appeal Services help protect a corporate intellectual assets and challenge decisions affecting legal rights.

These include analyzing the decision, preparing legal arguments and motions, filing the Appeal, and following up on the process until the final decision is issued.

Costs vary depending on the nature of the Appeal, but we provide clear and comprehensive estimates from the outset.

The first step is to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the disputed decision or registration to determine how it affects corporate Intellectual Property Rights.

In general, an objection cannot be filed after Official Objection Period has expired, but any exceptions or special procedures that may be available will be found out depending on the case

If the Objection is rejected, Appeal options or any additional legal proceedings to challenge such decision can be found out.

The Objection Service cost depends on the Objection nature & complexity, with clear estimates provided before the legal process begins.

The Objection Processing Time varies based on the complexity of the case and how the competent authorities respond. Our partner is informed of developments and updates on a regular basis.

Mediation is an amicable process of resolving disputes through negotiation between parties with the help of a neutral mediator.

Arbitration provides binding awards and is a rapid solution in resolving disputes, while maintaining confidentiality.

Through Mediation or Arbitration, We provide solutions that ensure trademark protection quickly and efficiently.

Arbitration is resorted to in trademark, patent, industrial design & contract disputes.

Yes, Arbitration is usually faster and provides a final resolution to disputes without appeal.

Mystery Shopper is someone who is hired to visit stores or businesses and evaluate the level of service and quality of products without employees knowing their identity or the purpose of their visit. The goal is to provide an accurate and unbiased assessment of employee performance, an overall service environment & the overall customer experience.

Mystery Shopper helps identify strengths and weaknesses in your corporate performance, which contributes to improving customer experience and raising the level of service.

Yes, we provide customized solutions based on the goals set by your business, whether it is to improve customer service or evaluate overall performance.

Reports include service ratings, product quality, response time, and hygiene & employee interaction, giving you a comprehensive picture of the customer experience.

Yes, Mystery Shopper visits are carried out in complete secrecy without employees’ knowledge to ensure accurate and unbiased assessments.

You can contact us to define your goals, and we will then carry out a customized plan that includes Mystery Shopper Visits and outcome analysis.

We start by evaluating your trademark and providing consultations on how to expand it through a franchise, while drafting required contracts and registrations.

We register the trademark in addition to franchise contracts and agreements to ensure legal protection, with continuous monitoring to prevent any violations.

The Disclosure Document explains all the financial and operational details related to the franchise and helps both parties understand their rights and obligations.

Yes, we provide the necessary support to expand your business internationally through franchise contracts and agreements while providing legal protection for the brand in international markets.

Fees depend on the type of service required, whether drafting contracts, registering a trademark, or negotiating. We provide clear estimates at the beginning of the process.

It usually ranges between 5 and 10 years, and can be renewed based on prior agreement between both parties.

Registering a Franchise Agreement ensures legal protection for the trademark and prevents unauthorized use, while providing the right to protection in the event of legal disputes.

We provide legal advice and consultation in addition to Mediation & Arbitration Services to settle disputes in a quick and efficient manner.