Selfcheck: Find the Best Type of Protection

Answer six short questions to find out which type of protection is best for your idea

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Patent, trademark, or design? – Answer six short questions and find out now.

You have a great idea – but what is the best type of intellectual property right for it? A patent, a trademark, a design… or all three? Don't worry, you're not alone! Take this quick test to find out your options. A quick tip to start with: You can't patent trademarks – even though many people think you can ;)

Have fun trying out our quiz!

  1. Have you invented something technical that solves a problem in a new or better way?
  2. Have you created a name, logo, or slogan for a product or service?
  3. Does your idea primarily relate to the appearance of a product?
  4. Do you want to prevent others from using your technical solution for commercial purposes?
  5. Do you want to prevent others from using the same or a similar logo for their products or services?
  6. Is your product's unique appearance key to its recognizability?