STEPS TO SAFEGUARD INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY


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    Add a copyright symbol to every page of content and software code.

    Issue disclaimers where applicable.

    Require user agreements. Example: A standard checkbox with an "I agree" statement, followed by a "Submit" button on online forms.

    Register domain names. Verify that your .com or .in name is not similar to that of other companies or products in the same sector.

    Obtain a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) from employees and collaborators, but only when necessary. (Note: It is industry practice NOT to ask investors to sign NDA forms before discussing your proposal. It may not be necessary at all even later.)

    Register trademarks for the name and logo of your company and product(s).

    Obtain patents where applicable, bearing costs and benefits in mind.

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