Copyright Enforcement Infrastructure for the Russian Market
We detect unauthorized content use across Russian websites, collect court-ready evidence, and recover compensation through mediation or litigation. For creators, partners, and investors worldwide.
Detect
AI-powered search & evidence collection
Negotiate
Pre-trial demands & mediation
Litigate
Court proceedings via partner attorneys
$3.7M
recovered for rightsholders (325 mln RUB)
13,551
cases resolved
10,604
settled pre-trial
Statistics reflect cases with confirmed outcomes. Financial figures converted at the exchange rate as of March 1, 2026. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Three Stages. One Pipeline. Full Transparency.
Each stage can be engaged independently or as part of a full-cycle solution. You always know where your case stands.
Detection & Evidence
Find. Document. Prove.
AI-powered search across Russian websites, marketplaces, and social networks. Every finding is captured in a Timestamped Evidence Protocol — a forensic-grade document with legal standing in Russian courts.
Photography, illustration, video, text, fonts, codeMediation & Settlement
Resolve without court. Most cases do.
We prepare the legal demand, manage negotiations, and facilitate settlement agreements. Our mediation process resolves the majority of cases before they reach court — typically within 45 days.
>50% pre-trial resolution rateLitigation via Partners
When negotiation isn't enough.
Court proceedings handled by our network of partner attorneys specializing in intellectual property law. Full representation in Russian courts, including appeals to the IP Court.
98.5% court success rateFor qualifying cases, we offer a full-cycle model with no upfront fees — we invest in the process and share in the result.
Built on Technology. Designed to Scale.
A single attorney handles dozens of cases. Our platform handles thousands — simultaneously, consistently, and with full audit trails.
Automated Detection
Computer vision, text matching, and video fingerprinting. Continuous crawling across Russian web, marketplaces, and social platforms.
Evidence Protocol Engine
Every detection is captured with timestamps, screenshots, metadata, and hashes. Court-ready from the moment of creation.
Case Management
Full lifecycle tracking from detection through mediation to court judgment. Real-time status, analytics, and reporting.
API & Integrations
For high-volume rightsholders: connect your content library via API. Automated monitoring and reporting at scale.
AI-Powered Workflow
From detection to demand letter in hours, not weeks. Machine learning prioritizes cases by recovery potential and legal strength.
Court Analytics
Analysis of 100K+ Russian IP court decisions. Risk scoring, outcome prediction, and compensation benchmarking.
How Copyright Works in Russia
Russia has a robust copyright framework that protects foreign creators. Here's what you need to know.
Berne Convention Member
Russia is a signatory to the Berne Convention. Works created in any member state are automatically protected — no registration required.
Statutory Compensation
Russian Civil Code (Part IV, Art. 1301) provides for statutory damages of 10,000 to 10,000,000 RUB (~$110–$110,000) per infringement, regardless of actual damages.
Mandatory Pre-Trial Stage
Before filing in court, a pre-trial demand is required by law. This creates a structured window for negotiation — which is where most cases resolve.
Specialized IP Court
Russia has a dedicated Intellectual Property Court for cassation appeals. Well-established case law and consistent judicial practice in copyright matters.
No Local Entity Needed
Foreign creators can enforce their rights without a Russian company. An authorized representative — like Copydefend — handles all procedures on your behalf.
Have questions about protecting your work in Russia?
Ask a QuestionProven at Scale
$3.7M
total recovered
13,551
cases resolved
>50%
pre-trial settlement rate
98.5%
court success rate
Stock Photography
- Content
- Stock photos — hundreds to thousands of infringements per image
- Challenge
- Self-enforcement costs ~$115K in court fees alone for 1,000 violations. Photographers cannot afford it.
- Process
- Authorship verification → evidence protocols → batch pre-trial demands → litigation where needed
- Model
- Assignment of claims (cession) — creator receives upfront payment + share of recoveries
Botanical Illustrations
- Content
- 1,000+ vector botanical patterns & illustrations
- Infringements
- 400+ unauthorized uses across e-commerce, manufacturing, print — only 3 were licensed
- First results
- $2.3K received within weeks of joining — before any court proceedings began
- Status
- Active mediation + lawsuits filed on remaining cases
Statistics reflect cases with confirmed outcomes. Financial figures in RUB converted at the exchange rate as of March 1, 2026. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Your Content Is Used in Russia. You Can Do Something About It.
Thousands of images, videos, and texts created outside Russia are used on Russian websites without permission. If you're a creator from a Berne Convention country, Russian law is on your side.
Ready to protect your work in Russia? Let's start with a free consultation.
Get StartedLet's Talk
Whether you're a creator looking to protect your work, a partner exploring collaboration, or an investor interested in the copyright enforcement market — we'd love to hear from you.