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A Copyright Notification is essential for businesses and individuals operating in the UAE who need to protect their intellectual property rights. This document, governed by UAE Federal Law No. 7 of 2002 on Copyrights and Neighboring Rights, serves as a formal declaration of copyright ownership and puts potential users on notice regarding permitted and prohibited uses of the protected work(s). The notification should be used whenever an original work is published, distributed, or made available to the public, whether in physical or digital form. It includes crucial information about the copyright owner, specific details about the protected work(s), clear statements about reserved rights, and contact information for permissions. The document helps establish legal protection and can be vital evidence in case of copyright infringement disputes under UAE law.
