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A Licensing Agreement lets one party grant another the right to use their intellectual property, technology, or other assets under specific terms. In Belgium, these contracts follow both national IP laws and EU regulations, particularly when dealing with patents, trademarks, or software licenses.

The agreement spells out key details like payment terms, usage limitations, and the geographic scope where rights apply. Belgian courts enforce these contracts strictly, requiring clear documentation of quality control measures and compliance with competition laws. Most licensing deals also include clauses about dispute resolution through Belgian commercial courts or arbitration.

Use a Licensing Agreement when you need to let others legally use your intellectual property or when you want to use someone else's IP in Belgium. This applies to many scenarios: launching a franchised business, commercializing patented technology, using licensed software, or monetizing creative works.

Belgian businesses need these agreements before sharing trade secrets, authorizing brand usage, or permitting the manufacture of protected products. The timing is crucial - put the agreement in place before any IP transfer occurs. This protects both parties under Belgian and EU law, especially when dealing with cross-border licensing or technology transfers.

• Photo Licensing Agreement: Governs the use of photographic works, specifying reproduction rights and usage terms
• Non Commercial License Software: Covers software use for non-profit purposes, typically in academic or research settings
• Contributor Licence Agreement: Manages rights for open-source project contributions under Belgian IP law
• Licence Agreement Property: Regulates commercial property usage rights and terms
• Licence To Occupy Residential Property: Addresses temporary residential property occupation rights

• IP Rights Holders: Companies, creators, or inventors who own intellectual property and want to monetize it through licensed use
• Corporate Legal Teams: Draft and review Licensing Agreements to protect company interests and ensure compliance with Belgian law
• Tech Companies: Both licensors and licensees in software, patent, and technology transfer agreements
• Creative Professionals: Artists, photographers, and content creators who license their work for commercial use
• Industry Regulators: Monitor compliance with Belgian competition laws and EU regulations in licensing deals

• Identify IP Assets: List all intellectual property elements being licensed, including patents, trademarks, or creative works
• Define Usage Terms: Specify exact permissions, territory limits, and duration of the license under Belgian law
• Payment Structure: Document royalty rates, payment schedules, and any minimum guaranteed amounts
• Quality Control: Outline standards and monitoring processes for licensed property use
• Compliance Check: Our platform ensures your Licensing Agreement meets Belgian legal requirements and EU regulations
• Termination Conditions: Detail circumstances for ending the agreement and post-termination obligations

• Party Details: Full legal names, addresses, and registration numbers of licensor and licensee
• License Scope: Clear description of licensed IP and permitted usage under Belgian law
• Duration Terms: Specific start date, end date, and renewal conditions
• Financial Terms: Detailed payment structure, including royalties and payment schedules
• Quality Control: Standards maintenance and monitoring requirements
• Termination Rights: Conditions for early termination and consequences
• Dispute Resolution: Belgian jurisdiction choice and arbitration procedures
• Data Protection: GDPR compliance measures and data handling protocols

A Licensing Agreement differs significantly from a Copyright Agreement in several key ways under Belgian law. While both deal with intellectual property rights, their scope and purpose vary considerably.

• Ownership Transfer: Copyright Agreements typically involve complete transfer of ownership rights, while Licensing Agreements only grant permission to use rights while retaining ownership
• Duration: Licensing Agreements often have specific time limits and renewal terms, whereas Copyright Agreements usually involve permanent transfers
• Usage Scope: Licenses can restrict usage to specific territories, purposes, or methods; Copyright Agreements generally convey all associated rights
• Payment Structure: Licensing typically involves ongoing royalties or periodic payments, while Copyright Agreements usually feature one-time compensation
• Termination Rights: Licensing Agreements include revocation conditions; Copyright Agreements are usually permanent and irrevocable