> Neither copyright nor patent cover a user interface

*us only

> You automatically get copyright protection when you create: ... original non-literary written work, such as software, web content and databases

https://www.gov.uk/copyright

> Registered designs provide protection for the visual appearance of a product. In the context of GUIs, this means that the unique visual elements of your digital interfaces (i.e. the lines, contours and shapes) can be safeguarded against unauthorised use by competitors.

https://cms.law/en/media/local/cms-cmno/files/protection-for...