Which IP Protection Do You Need?

Trademark, copyright, patent, trade secret, and the right of publicity each protect a different thing, and most products need more than one. Answer a few questions about what you are trying to protect and this quiz points you to the protection that fits, with the guide that explains your next steps. Nothing you click is sent or stored anywhere. Educational only, not legal advice.

Educational tool, not legal advice. This quiz maps common situations to the usual form of protection. Real products often need a combination, and edge cases abound. For the full picture, read our guide to which IP protection you need, and talk to a licensed attorney before making filing decisions.