--- title: Intellectual Property Escrow Solutions | Codekeeper description: Protect your intellectual property with secure IP escrow solutions. Store critical designs, documentation, and proprietary technology with independent, contract-based access for continuity and recovery. canonical_url: https://codekeeper.co/technology-designs-escrow --- SaaS Escrow Asset # IP escrow Protect the proprietary materials behind your software with a secure, independent recovery path for your most critical IP. [Book a free demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo) [See SaaS Escrow solution](https://codekeeper.co/saas-escrow) ![hero_ip_escrow](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/hero_ip_escrow-1168x935.webp) ## Secure deposits from your existing tools Depositing proprietary materials should be simple and reliable. Codekeeper integrates with design, documentation, and development platforms so you can preserve your IP without changing how you work. [View all integrations](https://codekeeper.co/integrations) ![Adobe Photoshop](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-ps.svg) ![Adobe Illustration logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-ai.svg) ![Adobe After Effects logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-ae.svg) ![Sketch](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-sketch.svg) ![Figma logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-figma.svg) ![Autocad logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-autocad.svg) ![Autodesk Fusion 360 logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-fusion.svg) ![VectorSeek logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-vectorseek.svg) ![Unreal Engine](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-unreal.svg) ![Unity logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/cta1-unity.svg) ![Affinity Designer](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Escrow%20assets/logo_affinity.svg) ![Software escrow asset diagram](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/source_code_escrow_diagram.webp) ## What is IP escrow? IP escrow is a legal agreement where a software vendor deposits their critical intellectual property, such as designs, documentation, or proprietary technology, with a neutral third party like Codekeeper. If access to that IP becomes unavailable, the materials may be released to the beneficiary under the agreement so recovery, development, or operations can continue. IP escrow is one of the asset types included within Codekeeper’s [SaaS Escrow](https://codekeeper.co/saas-escrow) solution. ### Why IP protection matters Whether you’re delivering software or relying on it, losing access to essential IP can disrupt development, recovery, and long-term stability. ![escrow_assets_3](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/escrow_assets_3-704x352.webp) What if you lose access to your intellectual property? ![escrow_assets_10](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/escrow_assets_10-704x352.webp) How do you prove to customers that your IP is safeguarded? ![escrow_assets_15](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/escrow_assets_15-704x352.webp) How would your team maintain or rebuild functionality without the underlying designs or algorithms? ![escrow_assets_16](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/escrow_assets_16-704x352.webp) Who ensures your technical materials are complete, accurate, and always up to date? ## Unprotected IP creates avoidable delays, operational risk, and lost trust during critical moments. ## Protect your intellectual property with Codekeeper A complete, automated solution for teams who build proprietary technology and the organizations who rely on it. ![cloud-upload](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/cloud-upload.svg) Unlimited automated deposits keep your IP always up to date Connect your storage, documentation, or development tools and let Codekeeper handle recurring deposits automatically, ensuring every version is captured without manual effort. ![network-1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/network-1.svg) Flexible structure for storing diverse IP assets From design files and diagrams to algorithms, technical documentation, and configuration materials, Codekeeper supports all formats required to reconstruct or maintain your software. ![shield-check](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/shield-check.svg) Verification options to validate completeness Optional verification checks confirm your deposited materials are usable and accurately reflect the IP needed for recovery, reducing uncertainty during release events. ![layout-panel-left](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/layout-panel-left.svg) Transparent access management for depositors and beneficiaries Both sides get access to dashboards that display deposit info, verification reports, agreement details, and update activity. ![file-key](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/file-key.svg) Guided assistance when a release condition occurs If a release event happens, Codekeeper supports all parties, validating conditions and helping ensure IP is transferred securely and correctly. ![headset](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/headset.svg) Cost-effective monthly and annual plans Codekeeper offers flexible subscriptions designed to simplify escrow management without the restrictive annual commitments common in the industry. ## How does IP escrow work? 1 ### Define what will be protected You specify which intellectual property assets will be deposited, along with update expectations and release conditions established in the agreement. 2 ### Make your first secure deposit Upload required IP materials through Codekeeper’s platform. Our automated checks confirm the materials are complete and properly structured. 3 ### Keep your IP updated Regular updates ensure your escrow reflects the most current version of your materials. Optional verification confirms accuracy and completeness. 4 ### Recover your IP if a release condition is met If a defined trigger occurs, Codekeeper validates the request and provides secure access to the escrowed materials. [See how it works](https://codekeeper.co/how-it-works) ## From software risk to resilience ![Product_Hunt-Logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Product_Hunt-Logo.svg) “Excellent service. This is easily the best way to handle it for both yourself and the client.” ![FC_Logo_2018_amgwhf 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/FC_Logo_2018_amgwhf%201.svg) “Codekeeper is a new service for creating escrow agreements for code, specifying the legal circumstances where source code can be accessed.” ![y18 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/y18%201.svg) “Source code escrow is a great service, and one that ALL developers who do client contract work should look into.” ![Airbus-gray](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Airbus-gray.svg) ![Bayer-Logo.wine 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Bayer-Logo.wine%201.svg) ![european-parliament-logo-vector 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/european-parliament-logo-vector%201.svg) ![General-Motors 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/General-Motors%201.svg) ![Intuit-Logo.wine 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Intuit-Logo.wine%201.svg) ![Nestlé-Logo.wine 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Nestl%C3%A9-Logo.wine%201.svg) ![PepsiCo-Logo.wine 1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/PepsiCo-Logo.wine%201.svg) ![Pfizer Gray](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Pfizer%20Gray.svg) ## Strengthening the resilience of your software’s core IP ![ShieldOff](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/ShieldOff.svg) Without IP escrow Recovery slows down Disruptions can halt operations IP gaps increase costs Trust becomes harder to maintain ![CK_Logo](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/CK_Logo.svg) With IP escrow Recovery stays on track Access to essential IP is always clearly defined Risk is significantly reduced Trust improves through independent oversight ## Cover your full SaaS infrastructure IP escrow is part of Codekeeper’s broader SaaS Escrow offering, which protects all components your service relies on — from underlying IP and deployment materials to external dependencies required for recovery. [![cta_source_code_escrow](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/cta_source_code_escrow.webp) Source code escrow Preserve the codebase required to rebuild, maintain, or support your software. Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/source-code-escrow) [![cta_data_escrow](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/cta_data_escrow.webp) Data escrow Safeguard the application data and configuration files required for restoration. Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/data-escrow) [![cta_document_escrow](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/cta_document_escrow.webp) Document escrow Protect technical documentation and materials needed to rebuild or operate your software. Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/document-escrow) [![cta_third_party_dependency_escrow](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/cta_third_party_dependency_escrow.webp) Third-party dependencies escrow Store the information required to manage external services and integrations. Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/3rd-party-dependencies) [![cta_deployment_assets_escrow](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/cta_deployment_assets_escrow.webp) Deployment assets escrow Vault the build scripts and operational materials needed to redeploy your environment. Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/deployment-assets-escrow) E-BOOK ## See how SaaS Escrow strengthens recovery and resilience Download our guide to learn how SaaS Escrow protects the critical components your service depends on. ![THUMBNAIL - Introduction to SaaS Escrow](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/THUMBNAIL%20-%20Introduction%20to%20SaaS%20Escrow-1168x778.png) _*E-book available only in English_ Get your free introduction to SaaS escrow READY FOR RECOVERY ## Lock down your intellectual property * Unlimited automated updates * Legal framework included * Resilience for mission-critical software [Book a free demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo) ![ready_for_recovery_cta](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Software%20Escrow%20Asset/ready_for_recovery_cta.webp) Frequently asked questions ## Good questions to ask first. What is IP escrow? Intellectual property escrow is a service where proprietary materials such as documentation, algorithms, architectural diagrams, or design IP are securely stored with a neutral third party. If access becomes unavailable, the materials may be released to support continuity or recovery. What types of IP can be protected? IP escrow protects any intellectual property that powers your SaaS application: technical documentation, design assets, architecture diagrams, proprietary technology, algorithms, research materials, or supporting operational IP. How does IP escrow work? The depositor uploads agreed materials to the escrow agent. These are encrypted, securely stored, and maintained throughout the agreement. If a contract-defined release condition is triggered, the escrow agent validates the event and authorizes access as defined. What is included in an IP escrow deposit? A deposit may include design files, documentation, diagrams, algorithms, or any proprietary materials outlined in the agreement. Only the items specified in the contract are required. Is my IP secure with Codekeeper? Yes. IP escrow deposits with Codekeeper are encrypted, access-controlled, and stored in ISO 27001-aligned environments. Materials are managed only through strict, contract-defined processes, with all actions limited, logged, and authorized under the agreement. How much does IP escrow cost? Pricing depends on verification, asset volume, and support needs. Codekeeper’s [SaaS Escrow plans](https://codekeeper.co/pricing/saas-escrow) start at $199 per month, with optional [verification](https://codekeeper.co/verification) and continuity add-ons available. How do I get started with IP escrow? Choose a Codekeeper plan or [book a demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo) , onboard as a depositor or beneficiary, and make your first deposit. Codekeeper then keeps your escrow up to date through ongoing updates and optional verification. How does IP escrow differ from SaaS Escrow? [SaaS Escrow](https://codekeeper.co/saas-escrow) protects all components needed for recovery — source code, data, documents, deployment assets, and third-party dependencies. IP escrow specifically protects the proprietary materials that support or define how the SaaS application works. [More answers in the FAQ →](https://codekeeper.co/faq) ## Let's build bulletproof software resilience together. [Book a demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo)