How do I get design right protection?

Design right is like copyright in that the protection arises automatically when the design is created.

You do not have to apply to register design right, but it may be wise to keep a note of when the design was first recorded in material form, and when products made to the design were first made available for sale or hire.

This information may be useful if someone challenges your rights in the design or if you believe someone is infringing your rights and you wish to take the alleged infringer to court.