Trademarks, patents, and copyrights protect different things. Choosing the right form of protection starts with understanding what each one covers.
Trademark
A trademark protects the identifiers that distinguish your goods or services, such as a brand name or logo. It is about how customers recognise the source of a product.
Patent
A patent protects a new and inventive technical solution, such as a product or process. It is about an underlying invention rather than a brand.
Copyright
Copyright protects original creative works, such as writing, art, music, and software. It is about the expression of an idea rather than the idea itself.
Choosing the right protection
- A brand name or logo points towards trademark
- A novel product or process points towards patent
- An original creative work points towards copyright
- Some assets may involve more than one form of protection
This guide is general information and not legal advice. The right combination depends on the asset and the goal.
This guide provides general information about the law in India and is not legal advice. For advice on your specific situation, please consult a qualified advocate.