FAQs About Computer Software Copyright Certificates

1) What are the types of computer software copyright certificates?

Computer software copyright certificates include the Computer Software Copyright Registration Certificate, App Electronic Copyright Certificate, and Software Copyright Authentication Certificate.

Example of a Computer Software Copyright Registration Certificate:

Example of an App Electronic Copyright Certificate:

Example of a Software Copyright Authentication Certificate:

2) How do I upload a computer software copyright certificate?

• To upload an electronic copyright certificate, visit AppGallery Connect, click My apps, select the desired app, and go to Version information. In the Copyright information area, upload an electronic copyright certificate.

• To upload a paper copyright certificate, visit AppGallery Connect, click My apps, select the desired app, and go to Version information. In the Copyright information area, upload proof of copyright.

3) Can the software name in a computer software copyright certificate and the app name on AppGallery differ?

No. The software name or abbreviation in a computer software copyright certificate must be the same as the app name on AppGallery. If the software name has changed, provide proof of computer software copyright information updates.

Example of proof of computer software copyright information updates:

4) Can the copyright owner in a computer software copyright certificate and the app developer name on AppGallery differ?

No. The copyright owner in a computer software copyright certificate must be the same as the app developer name on AppGallery. If you authorize a third party to manage your app, provide an app copyright authorization letter.

Template for Letter of Authorization on App Copyright.zip

Template for Letter of Authorization on Game Copyright.zip

5) I have obtained a computer software copyright certificate, but discovered that my app name is already in use. What can I do?

If you have discovered that a published app shares the same name as your app and infringes on your legal rights and interests, please file an infringement complaint in the Interaction center of AppGallery Connect. For details, please refer to Guidelines for Handling HUAWEI AppGallery Infringement Complaints.