Software DevGermany

Software Development Agreement (Germany)

A bespoke software development agreement governed by German law (BGB Werkvertrag / Dienstvertrag). Note: copyright in software (UrhG §69a) cannot be assigned under UrhG §29; the Developer grants an exclusive licence under §§ 31 ff UrhG. Other IP is assigned outright.

This template is a general starting point and is not legal advice. Always have it reviewed by a qualified solicitor before signing or sending to another party.

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