Register Domain Name of a book?

11 years ago

Depends what is the book, if it's broad enough it's ok...

And if your site is not related in the topic it should be ok....

As long as this is not a registered trade mark.

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James.N 11 years ago

This is not the domain in question but as an example lets say I'm looking at the domain: theperfectbusinessstartup - dotcom and there is a book called "The Perfect Business Startup".

Is it best to avoid?
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lotsofsnow

11 years ago

I would try to avoid registering a domain name if there is a book that has that as a title.

If the title is really generic, like "Gardening Tips" you would probably have no problem but if the title is very specific like "Gardening Tips for Blondes" you might find yourself in hot water.

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Alex Blades

11 years ago

Most books are copyrighted before they ever hit print, keep from using them in your domain.

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WillR

11 years ago

If it's the same name as a popular book and the purpose is to make money off the back of the name of that book then yes, that is trademark infringement every day of the week.

If you registered the domain name and sold apples and bananas on your website, or were running a charity site, then you wouldn't have many issues.

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centstodollar 11 years ago

Yes, need to have the title as close to the content. If you have a series of books, then the titles will be following each other.How would it be if your name was included in the title and followed by the next series?
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davezan

11 years ago

Originally Posted by WillR

If it's the same name as a popular book and the purpose is to make money off the back of the name of that book then yes, that is trademark infringement every day of the week.

To be exact, if the "popular book" is indeed a trademark. Single book titles aren't
marks generally, but a title series (i.e. Harry Potter) or those having merchandise
(i.e. Star Wars, Star Trek) can be.

Whether or not you'll run into issues, quadxnet, depends on what you intend to
do with the domain name and how aggressive a trademark holder - if ever and if
any - is.

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serryjw

11 years ago

Did you check uspto.gov?

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sacredhoops

11 years ago

My personal experience is that I have a exact domain of a exact title of a book. And I have even used it for that sample niche/topic. I have never had any issues, and I have been tried to sell it to the author, but have no luck and so I just have kept the domain for well over 10 years now.

Just my personal experience! Best of luck

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WillR

11 years ago

Originally Posted by sacredhoops

My personal experience is that I have a exact domain of a exact title of a book. And I have even used it for that sample niche/topic. I have never had any issues, and I have been tried to sell it to the author, but have no luck and so I just have kept the domain for well over 10 years now.

Just my personal experience! Best of luck

I once robbed a bank and they never caught me.

So you guys should do it

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centstodollar 11 years ago

Originally Posted by WillR

I once robbed a bank and they never caught me.

So you guys should do it

Keep the domain and work with it.
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stoltingmediagroup

11 years ago

From my experience with people in the business, it is my understanding that "Titles" can not be protected. The content however of a book is. Only under some extreme circumstances where a creator wants to go through the process of making sure that no one else can use a title, then yes it can be done, however, generally, book titles are used again and again.

Let me google that for you

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serryjw 11 years ago

You are correct...go to the 'horses mouth'

Copyright Protection
Not Available for Names,
Titles, or Short Phrases

http://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ34.pdf
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PerformanceMan

11 years ago

Push yourself a bit harder and come up with something original. That way people won't confuse someone else's IP with your own.

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Meharis

11 years ago

Originally Posted by quadxnet

If I register a domain name that is the same exact title of a book will I run into any issues?

I always stay away from brands and trademarks but I've never thought about books before. Anyone these days can throw together a book and upload it to Amazon so it seems like its a little more of a gray area.

Any thoughts?

quadxnet,

With all do respect. The right answer wont be right here.
Unless a lawyer is giving you the answer.

I personally wont do it because copyrighting issues. Be safe, check with a lawyer.
You may change the title, but keeping the same meaning. MMIYP

Meharis

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serryjw 11 years ago

MEHARIS...What is a lawyer going to tell you that the TM office of the US gov't isn't? READ post #12
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- davezan 11 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by serryjw
  
  MEHARIS...What is a lawyer going to tell you that the TM office of the US gov't isn't? READ post #12
  
  A lawyer experienced in this issue can tell whether or not a domain name bearing
  a trademark may cause problems, which is something that USPTO link you shared
  won't do. And we're talking trademarks here, not copyrights.
  
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  serryjw 11 years ago
  
  Trademark and Unfair Competition Laws
  Some brand names, trade names, slogans, and phrases may
  be entitled to protection under laws relating to unfair
  competition, or they may be entitled to protection and
  registration
  
  under
  
  the
  
  provisions
  
  of
  
  state
  
  or
  
  federal
  
  trademark
  
  laws.
  
  The
  
  federal
  
  trademark
  
  statute
  
  covers
  
  trademarks
  
  and
  
  service
  
  marks—words,
  
  phrases,
  
  symbols,
  
  or
  
  designs
  
  that
  
  distinguish the goods or services of one party from those of
  another. The Copyright Office has no role in these matter
  
  (800) 786-9199
  
  TrademarkAssistanceCenter@uspto.gov
  http://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ34.pdf
  
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  davezan 11 years ago
  
  Although it's good to point to an authoritative reference, serryjw, it can only do
  so much. While that document you linked to says copyright law doesn't protect
  names or titles, note that it doesn't mention domain names in there anywhere.
  
  Besides, a document (obviously) can't factor in all relevant details of a person's
  situation like a lawyer can. Some lawyers also give free consultations or answer
  relatively easy questions without fees, albeit it usually takes time to find them
  or wait for their replies.
  
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- Meharis 11 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by serryjw
  
  MEHARIS...What is a lawyer going to tell you that the TM office of the US gov't isn't? READ post #12
  
  serryjw,
  
  Obviously, Legal Advice. Something you don't qualify to do.
  
  Meharis
  
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Alex Blades

11 years ago

Legal or not, it's never a good idea to copy anything. You may not be able to copyright somethings, but that does not mean they cannot be trademarked.

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tyronne78

11 years ago

I would consult with a lawyer on this. If you're using the domain to piggyback off of an established brand then you could get into trouble.

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Gene Pimentel

11 years ago

Titles can NOT be copyrighted. There are dozens, if not hundreds of books and songs bearing the exact same title, legally. But that is not the issue here. The issue is potential trademark infringement.

If you include someone else's established trademark in your domain name, you're opening the door for legal problems. Whether or not you "get away with it" depends on how aggressive the trademark owner is. You can be fairly certain that the more revenue you generate on the back of someone else's trademark, the more likely they will file a lawsuit.

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