1. 🧩 Introduction
A logo is not just a design, it’s your brand identity. In today’s competitive digital market, unauthorized usage of logos has become increasingly common. Protecting your logo for services with copyright ensures legal ownership and control over its use.
🛡️ Copyright registration legally protects your logo from duplication, misuse, or theft—both online and offline.
2. 🗂️ Types of Licenses Offered
You can copyright the following types of service-based logos:
- Graphic/Typographic Logos
- Abstract Symbol Logos
- Text-based Brand Logos
- Mascot or Illustration Logos
- Animated Logos (GIF/Video format)
🆕 2024 Update: AI-generated logos can now be copyrighted if there’s substantial human input, according to recent updates by the Copyright Office.
3. 👤 Who Needs These Services?
- Startups & Small Businesses
- Logo Designers & Freelancers
- Creative Agencies
- Digital Marketing Firms
- Consultants & Coaches
- App or Software Developers
- NGOs & Service-Based Brands
📌 Example: A Pune-based IT firm protected its logo with copyright and won a legal case against a duplicate design used on a competitor’s website.
4. 🛠️ Why Choose a License Registration Service Provider?
⚙️ Professionals help you avoid the most common mistakes like:
- Incorrect logo category (Artistic vs. Literary)
- Improper format or resolution
- Lack of NOC (if designer is external)
- Incomplete ownership declaration
A registration service provider ensures:
- Proper filing of Form XIV
- Compliance with Copyright Act, 1957
- Prompt handling of objections (if any)
5. 📝 Registration Process
Follow these steps to copyright your logo in India:
- 🔗 Visit the official website – https://copyright.gov.in
- Create a user account
- Select the “Artistic Work” category
- Fill Form XIV with logo and business details
- Upload high-resolution logo (JPEG/PNG)
- Add designer/owner declaration
- Pay ₹2,000 (govt fee for artistic work)
- Wait 30 days for objection clearance
- Get your digital certificate of copyright
📁 Combine this with Trademark Registration for maximum legal strength over your brand.
6. 📑 Required Documents
- Final logo design (PNG, JPEG, or PDF)
- PAN/Aadhar card of applicant
- NOC from designer (if applicable)
- Ownership Declaration
- Form XIV details
- Proof of usage (optional)
📌 Use 300 DPI resolution for print-quality uploads.
7. 💵 Cost Involved
| Description | Cost |
| Government Fee | ₹2,000 |
| Professional Fee | ₹1,500–₹5,000 |
| Combo (Copyright + Trademark) | ₹5,000–₹10,000 |
8. ⏱️ Time Taken
- 30 Days: Public objection period
- 15 Days: Processing & approval
- Total Time: 45–60 days (approx.)
9. ⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
🚫 Don’t:
- Upload logo in low resolution or wrong format
- Skip NOC from logo designer
- Choose incorrect work type (e.g., Literary instead of Artistic)
- Use copyrighted fonts or icons within your logo
- Forget to match business name and logo usage rights
✅ Always save design source files (AI/PSD) in case of future objections.
10. 📞 Call-to-Action (CTA)
🎯 Ready to legally protect your logo?
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We help you copyright your brand logo in the easiest, fastest way across India.
11. ❓ FAQs
Q1. Can I copyright a logo I created online (Canva, AI)?
Only if you have full commercial rights and there is human creative input.
Q2. Is copyright the same as trademark?
No. Copyright protects the design; Trademark protects the usage of the logo as a brand.
Q3. Can I copyright my old logo now?
Yes, as long as you can prove ownership and that it hasn’t entered public domain.
Q4. Can I copyright multiple logo variations?
Each variant should be filed separately unless it’s part of a single brand identity.
Q5. How do I stop someone from copying my logo after copyright?
Send a cease-and-desist notice, take legal action or file an infringement complaint.
