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Can a logo be protected by both copyright and trademark?

The short answer

Yes — and strong brands use both. Copyright protects the logo as an artistic work automatically; trademark registration protects it as a badge of origin for your goods or services. They fail differently, which is why the overlap is useful.

Copyright stops reproduction of the artwork itself, whoever copies it and for whatever purpose. Trademark stops confusingly similar use in trade for related goods — even if the copy is not close enough to infringe copyright, or was independently drawn.

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Should I register a design or a trademark for my product's look? How long does copyright last in India — and do I need to register it? Someone is copying my brand. What are my options?

General information about Indian IP practice, not legal advice for your situation — that requires the facts of your case.