Updated on December 12, 2024 06:24:48 PM
The globalised world of today means a more intense competition for the consumer’s attention, which is why protection of your brand image is as paramount as always. A logo is not only a drawing; it is the visible foundation of your business and reflects its values, goals, and individuality. Guarding this important asset guarantees your company brand is safeguarded and cannot be imitated by third parties. To avoid that, it is recommended to obtain a copyright and trademark for your logo as evidence of ownership over the image. This guide aims to discuss the importance of logo copyright registration and its importance in guarding business image, as well as the process of registration.
Copyright is a legal regime afforded an author of creation, enabling the creator to control the use of the created work. It provides the creator with the exclusive rights to make copies of his creation, sell, rent or broadcast it, or allow others to do so. Copyright is intended to protect ideas, encourage invention, and creative work in science and art to provide compensation for employees upon having their works protected financially and morally. This protection is conferred when a work is reduced to physical means, and the protection is for a limited time, which, though, can be the life of the creator plus so many years depending on the laws of the country. Some of these are for fair use and for a particular usage without permission.
Copyright registration simply provides the work with official documentation and grants the creators better legal defense and tools for reclaiming rights, such as:
Copyright registration is systematic documentation of the legal processes that results in recognition of your work. Here’s a step-by-step guide to the registration process:
To successfully apply for copyright registration, you need to gather and submit the following documents:
The official fee for filing an application for registration of copyright in a Literary, Dramatic, Musical or Artistic work is INR 500/- per work. The table outlines the fee structure for various copyright registration applications and related services under the Copyright Act.
| S. No. | Type of Application | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (a) | For an application for registration or copyright in a Literary, Dramatic, Musical, or Artistic work | Rs. 500/- per work |
| 1 (b) | For an application for registration of a Literary or Artistic work which is used or capable of being used in relation to goods or services (Section 45) | Rs. 2,000/- per work |
| 2 (a) | For an application for change in particulars of copyright entered in the Register of Copyrights in respect of a Literary, Dramatic, Musical, or Artistic work | Rs. 200/- per work |
| 2 (b) | For an application for change in particulars of copyright in a Literary or Artistic work used in relation to goods or services (Section 45) | Rs. 1,000/- per work |
| 3 | For an application for registration of Copyright in a Cinematograph Film (Section 45) | Rs. 5,000/- per work |
| 4 | For an application for registration of change in particulars of copyright entered in the Register of Copyrights in respect of a Cinematograph Film (Section 45) | Rs. 2,000/- per work |
| 5 | For an application for registration of copyright in a Sound Recording (Section 45) | Rs. 2,000/- per work |
| 6 | For an application for registration of changes in particulars of copyright entered in the Register of Copyrights in respect of a Sound Recording (Section 45) | Rs. 1,000/- per work |
| 7 | For taking extracts from the indexes (Section 47) | Rs. 500/- per work |
| 8 | For taking extracts from the Register of Copyrights (Section 47) | Rs. 500/- per work |
| 9 | For a certified copy of an extract from the Register of Copyrights or the indexes (Section 47) | Rs. 500/- per copy |
| 10 | For a certified copy of any other public document in the custody of the Register of Copyright or Secretary of the Copyright Board | Rs. 500/- per copy |
| 11 | For an application for prevention of importation of infringing copies (Section 53) per place of entry | Rs. 1,200/- per work |
Note: Professional fees for the copyright registration is ₹2,000 only with Professional Utilities.
Logo copyright registration is a most essential procedure in the process of registering the aesthetic value of a business. This enables you to obtain legal protection, establish proprietary right and avoid instances of use of your brand by competitors. For any kind of business, copyright registration has a lot of advantages, like legal protection, public notification and the possibility of retrieving some money. In order to protect your right-over logo, you need to get it registered systematically by providing all the necessary documents. Let your brand be stronger with the competition by securing your copyright and avoiding fraud, violation, and infringement.
At Professional Utilities, we leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate complex regulations, minimize risks, and optimize operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
Logo copyright registration means that the design of the logo belongs to its owner as per the copyright laws. It makes sure that only the creator is allowed to produce, circulate or alter the logo in any way he wishes.
Although not essential, registering your logo as a copyright offers you more legal options and enhances your warranty in case of infringemen
Yes, logos can be copyrighted as applicable to an artistic work, and they can also be trademarked as a symbol of a particular enterprise. Copyright preserves the artistic work, whereas trademark preserves the practical application of art.
Copyright protection of logos in India is for the life of the creator plus 60 years after the creator’s death.
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