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How to protect my product idea?

by osama_mz
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Hi,

I am building an information product based on a successful idea created by me, It is about a methodology on how to pass the exam of one of the very famous certification in the world on the first trial.

Many of my friends and local community had used this method and it shows great successful.

I already select a name to the product (the method), and wants to protect it from copying by others.

I am just a person and don't have a business name.

Now My Questions Are:
- What is the best way to protect my product before I lunch it on Click Bank?
- What is your opinion about the subject in general? since it is my first time to lunch a product on CB I would appreciate you advices.
- What you recommend, to be Ebook or Video?
- How I will select the price of the product? really I don't have any idea!

Thanks in advance
#idea #product #protect
  • Profile picture of the author Wayfatwhitey
    I believe that video done the right way provides the best defense against copycats.
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    • Profile picture of the author Devid Farah
      Well,if you say that many friends and local community have benefited from your method, it could be a great idea build an info product(ebook or video) and sell it online!
      I prefer a very detailed ebook but also a video,done right,could be great!

      My opinion is there could be a great market with great potential(if,like you say, your method is fantastic, "new", and provide a real solution)

      My advice regard the price is that you could sell it for $12.95. $17 or $27 so everyone can afford it!
      Don't worry about the low price,you can stay assured that if people will find your method fantastic,your product will attract customers like ice-cream attract kids!

      Best regards!
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      • Profile picture of the author Venturetothetop
        You cannot protect an idea. This is why big companies try not to reveal anything until very close to launch, or until they know they have a major advantage on competitors. If it is a technical advancement you can protect it, but an idea is just that... a thought...

        If your product is good enough, then do not worry about protecting it, and worry more about getting enough JV's /marketing together that you become the go to product.
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  • Profile picture of the author osama_mz
    Wayfatwhitey,

    You gave me more confidence to make it as a video
    Thanks for the advice

    Devid farah,

    Your answer really feed my hunger. Regarding the price point, I was thinking the same way but I need somebody like you to confirm it, thanks a lot.

    Venturetothetop,

    Really I got disappointed when I feel there is no way to protect my idea!
    I heard many people talking about registering it some how, I don't know how affective that is, and what is the process to do so.
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    • Profile picture of the author Alan Petersen
      Hire a lawyer.

      Or U.S. Copyright Office

      Or Copyright Registration Services - Register for Copyright Protection | LegalZoom.com

      And most importantly don't waste time over analyzing every detail... just get your product out there.
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    • Profile picture of the author Myles Sinclair
      Originally Posted by osama_mz View Post


      Venturetothetop,

      Really I got disappointed when I feel there is no way to protect my idea!
      I heard many people talking about registering it some how, I don't know how affective that is, and what is the process to do so.
      Hi Osama,

      There may be a bit of confusion here. The product you create if a book or video, is automatically copyrighted to you. This means that no one else will be able to sell that book or video without your consent. (you would have legal recourse against those that breach your copyright.)

      However, if someone else decides to write a new book or make a video that uses your idea or method, there is not much you can do to prevent it. They then become legitimate competition. But, you as the originator would be first past the gate and if marketed correctly would be seen as the market leader for your product. Not a bad thing!

      Hope this helps.

      Myles
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      • Profile picture of the author Alan Petersen
        Originally Posted by Myles Sinclair View Post

        Hi Osama,

        There may be a bit of confusion here. The product you create if a book or video, is automatically copyrighted to you. This means that no one else will be able to sell that book or video without your consent. (you would have legal recourse against those that breach your copyright.)

        However, if someone else decides to write a new book or make a video that uses your idea or method, there is not much you can do to prevent it. They then become legitimate competition. But, you as the originator would be first past the gate and if marketed correctly would be seen as the market leader for your product. Not a bad thing!

        Hope this helps.

        Myles
        I don't know how it's in the UK but in the U.S. although copyright exists once you create it you don't have much legal recourse unless it's registered so bad advice there about the legal recourse.

        From the US Copyright office:

        Do I have to register with your office to be protected?
        No. In general, registration is voluntary. Copyright exists from the moment the work is created. You will have to register, however, if you wish to bring a lawsuit for infringement of a U.S. work. See Circular 1, Copyright Basics, section "Copyright Registration."

        Why should I register my work if copyright protection is automatic?
        Registration is recommended for a number of reasons. Many choose to register their works because they wish to have the facts of their copyright on the public record and have a certificate of registration. Registered works may be eligible for statutory damages and attorney's fees in successful litigation. Finally, if registration occurs within 5 years of publication, it is considered prima facie evidence in a court of law. See Circular 1, Copyright Basics, section "Copyright Registration" and Circular 38b, Highlights of Copyright Amendments Contained in the Uruguay Round Agreements Act (URAA), on non-U.S. works.

        To the OP, these are just opinions on a forum to get the real low-down go hire a professional (copyright attorney) or just register it via the links on my other post.
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        • Profile picture of the author Myles Sinclair
          Originally Posted by Alan Petersen View Post

          I don't know how it's in the UK but in the U.S. although copyright exists once you create it you don't have much legal recourse unless it's registered so bad advice there about the legal recourse.
          You're right Alan, I was responding from a U.K. perspective. As Copyright law originated here in 1709 it's easy to forget that some countries like the U.S. have adopted their own practices. I have no way of knowing where the OP lives, but if it's outside of the U.S. my previous remarks about legal recourse may be appropriate.

          It would seem that if you create a product within the U.S. that enjoys copyright, you do need to register it in order to litigate for any breach that occurs. Although ".....registration is not a condition of copyright protection..." This would seem to suggest that although you can't sue for damages, you still have some recourse. What that maybe is somewhat ambiguous.

          As Alan mentioned, you can register your work online, so probably worth doing if you live in the U.S and are worried about piracy.
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  • Profile picture of the author osama_mz
    Thanks Myles and Alan to make the picture more clear.

    I want to add another question here, is there a deference between copyright and Trademark?

    Do I need to register my product name as trademark? is this action will add more security to the information? how much it will cost me if so?
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  • Profile picture of the author Bruce Wedding
    Something many people fail to grasp is that ideas and methods are generally not patentable, nor does copyright offer any protection. It is perfectly legal for a person to buy an ebook or watch a video, then create a competing product using your exact method. There is nothing you can do to prevent it.
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  • Profile picture of the author abdulquddus
    Originally Posted by osama_mz View Post

    Hi,

    I am building an information product based on a successful idea created by me, It is about a methodology on how to pass the exam of one of the very famous certification in the world on the first trial.

    Many of my friends and local community had used this method and it shows great successful.

    I already select a name to the product (the method), and wants to protect it from copying by others.

    I am just a person and don't have a business name.

    Now My Questions Are:
    - What is the best way to protect my product before I lunch it on Click Bank?
    - What is your opinion about the subject in general? since it is my first time to lunch a product on CB I would appreciate you advices.
    - What you recommend, to be Ebook or Video?
    - How I will select the price of the product? really I don't have any idea!

    Thanks in advance
    Hello Osama_mz

    It's great that you have got something different. How ever keep in mind that its only a technique which you learned to crack an exam. Hence you are not going to get any special patent on this and many others can follow you.

    However if you want to save it from being copied. The best option is to create a website, e-book and a video. Both on video and e-book have a strict copyright notice with a link to your website.

    You can then do a good online marketing (SEO too) by spreading your website all over the internet and when ever people search for related content, they will drop on your website and know that you are the original creator of this technique.

    Regarding selecting of price. Do a study of the other products similar to your product range, you will have a better idea then.

    If you need any further guidance, please contact me

    Regards
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  • Profile picture of the author Tyrus Antas
    You can't protect it. Anyway, ideas are a dime
    a dozen. What is really going to matter is whether
    you can successfully market your product and
    business.

    Original ideas are overrated.

    Tyrus
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  • Profile picture of the author Neil Morgan
    ...and have your ideas for V2 ready to implement before you launch V1 so you're ready when the competition catches up.

    Cheers,

    Neil
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  • Profile picture of the author RoyChan
    Research what other people charging for a similar product, and then charge accordingly...
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  • Profile picture of the author lamberw
    The best way of protecting your idea is speed of implementation. Get to market first.

    You can protect an idea.

    As far as other people not being able to steal the content, video is the best way to go because it's harder to steal, especially if your voice is stamped all over it.
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  • Profile picture of the author osama_mz
    Thanks friends,

    Really I get a lot of valuable feedback from you all, now I understand the concept.

    I would ask this question again:
    Do I need to register the product name as a trade mark? or it is better to wait after I check if it is successful product? or no need to register it at all?

    Thanks
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