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Copyright vs Trademark vs Patent: What’s Right for Your Business?

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Confused about copyright, trademark, and patent protections? You’re not alone. Many entrepreneurs and creators ask the same questions: Which IP protects what? How long does it last? Which costs how much? This blog answers all that in clear terms. You’ll discover: Definitions & protection scope : Copyright safeguards creative works like literature, music, visual art; trademark protects brand identifiers like names, logos and slogans; patent gives exclusive rights over inventions or unique processes. Duration & renewal in India: Trademark renewals every 10 years; patents valid ~20 years; copyrights lasting author’s life + decades after.  Real-world use cases : When a design or logo might need trademark more than copyright; when a tech inventor must patent; why creative content uses copyright automatically but legal ownership helps. Steps for registration : Best practices when you apply, why you may need to search existing trademarks, costs involved, possible leg...

Trademark Registration in India: Fees, Documents & Process Simplified (2025 Edition)

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  Want to register your business brand, logo, or name legally in India? Getting a trademark isn’t hard—but doing it correctly matters. As per 2025 rules, individuals, startups, and MSMEs enjoy lower fees and simpler processes. In this blog, you’ll discover: What a trademark is under law and how it protects your brand from misuse. Who qualifies for reduced fees: If you’re registered as MSME or under DPIIT, you pay about ₹4,500 per class online ; companies pay ₹9,000 per class . Physical‐form costs are slightly higher. Step-by-step process: trademark search, filling the TM-A form online, submitting required documents, waiting period, handling objections/opposition. List of required documents: identity proof, address proof, logo/word mark, company incorporation papers (if applicable), power of attorney (if filed via agent).  Stay ahead of competitors who delay registration. Whether you’re launching a startup, designing a logo, or expanding your brand, registering ...