Protecting your brand, IP and trademarks, a guide

You have a great product and want to be able to tell the world about it, but you also want to make sure no one can steal it or use any part of your branding for their own business. 

It's really important you invest a little time and money before you launch in order to protect your brand to the maximum.

This visual business guide will walk you through what your options are when it comes to protecting your business through official channels.

We'll cover the definitions of the technical terms such as trademarks, patents and copyright as well as registered designs. 

Read on to learn how to register your own trademarks and registered designs and what you need to know before filing a patent.

A clear over view of what you need to think about before you start trading. Where do you see your product business in 12 months or even 5 years time? What type of protection is available to you and how you make sure you're covered to the best of your ability.

This document sets out what you need to know before you begin, in a clear, visual format that is easy to digest.

Package includes:

• Full PDF guide to setting up shop

• Printer friendly version (black and white)

Please note this information is relevant for the UK.