Note Well
This summary of IETF rules does not contain all the details and is only meant to point you in the right direction. Exceptions may apply.
The IETF's patent policy and the definition of an IETF "contribution" are set forth in BCP 79; please read it carefully.
- By participating in the IETF, you agree to follow IETF processes and policies.
- If you are aware that any contribution to the IETF is covered by patents or patent applications that are owned or controlled by you or your sponsor, you must disclose that fact, or not participate in the discussion.
- As a participant in any IETF activity you acknowledge that written, audio and video records of meetings may be made and may be available to the public.
- Personal information that you provide to IETF will be handled in accordance with the IETF Privacy Statement.
Definitive information is in the documents listed below. For advice, please talk to a working group chair or ask an Area Director.
BCP 9 (on the Internet Standards Process)
BCP 25 (on Working Group processes)
BCP 78 (on copyright in IETF documents)
BCP 79 (on patents covering IETF documents)
TBD (on IETF Privacy Statement)