In an era where brands and content carry value, having your shop name, logo, or work copied can seriously harm your business. Protecting your intellectual property from the start matters.
Trademark vs copyright — what's the difference
- Trademark — a name, logo, or sign used with goods/services. Registration gives you exclusive rights and makes it easier to sue copycats.
- Copyright — creative works such as images, articles, music, and code, protected automatically on creation — but having evidence of creation/date helps prove ownership.
Why register a trademark
- Exclusive right to use it with the registered goods/services
- Prevents others from registering the same name first
- Builds brand value and credibility
- Makes action against copycats clearer
What to do if you're copied
- Keep evidence of the copying — the infringer's products/posts/site, with dates.
- Gather proof of ownership — registration / evidence of creation.
- Consult a lawyer to issue a warning and take action — civil and criminal as appropriate.
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To register a trademark, or if your brand/work is being copied, talk to our team to protect your intellectual property.