Copyright Logo PNG
The Copyright logo informs about the reliable protection of the interests of the authors of products and works. The emblem surrounds the client’s property like a wall. Copying is completely excluded. Signs promise strict adherence to rules and laws.
Copyright: Brand overview
| Founded: | 1909 |
| Founder: | Berne Convention |
| Headquarters: | Berne, Switzerland |
Meaning and History
Copyright is used to protect the intangible creations of the intellect. Its owners are free to reproduce and copy their creative work – usually for a limited period. The duration of copyright depends on the life span of the person who created the work and expires several decades after his death.
The copyright notice uses a special symbol that looks like a large “C” inside a ring. Until 1989, this mark was mandatory: US law required copyright holders to affix it next to intellectual property, indicating the year the work was recorded on the tangible medium and the author’s name.
What is Copyright?
Copyright is a copyright symbol with a protection function. It is intended to indicate intellectual property products. The mark is formed from the first letter of the word “copyright” surrounded by a ring.
The Berne Convention was adopted in 1989. It allowed the use of © only at will because the creators of the intellectual property began to receive copyright automatically. But it should be borne in mind that the presence of a “C” in the circle helps to prove the damage done if the case goes to court.
The original symbol was introduced in 1952 following the adoption of the Universal Copyright Convention. However, it existed before: the © sign was first mentioned in the Copyright Act of 1909. Until 1909, legislation allowed copyright holders to use only the word “Copyright” or its abbreviated version “Copr.”. The artists did not like this requirement: they wanted to indicate their name on the picture without unnecessary text. The government made concessions to them and replaced the long inscriptions with a capital letter “C” inside the ring.
The Copyright mark cannot be called a full-fledged emblem because it fulfills a legal function and does not belong to any particular organization. It is an abbreviation for “Copyright,” placed inside a white circle with a black outline. To reproduce it, there is a special character that has the Unicode U + 00A9. Sometimes © is replaced with a simple “C” in parentheses. This option (C) arose because there was no corresponding sign on the typewriters. Alternative versions with inscriptions are also allowed: abbreviation “Copr.” or the word “Copyright” without abbreviations.
Copyright: Interesting Facts
Copyright is a legal concept that helps protect original works like books, music, and art, allowing creators to control and benefit from their creations. It’s a crucial part of intellectual property law.
- Early Beginnings: Copyright started with Britain’s Statute of Anne in 1710, setting the stage for modern copyright laws by giving authors exclusive rights for a set period.
- Recognizing Copyright: The © symbol, or the word “Copyright” with the year and owner’s name, indicates copyright protection.
- Berne Convention: This international agreement, which has existed since 1886, has aimed to protect creators’ rights worldwide, including in over 170 countries.
- How Long It Lasts: In the U.S., copyright for works made after January 1, 1978, lasts the author’s life plus 70 years. For corporate works, it’s 95 years from publication or 120 years from creation, whichever is shorter.
- The First Copyrighted Work: “The Tickle Me” by Dr. Sacheverell was the first to be copyrighted under the Statute of Anne in 1710.
- Fair Use: This principle allows copyrighted material to be used without permission for specific reasons, like education or commentary.
- Digital Age Adaptation: The DMCA of 1998 updated copyright laws for the digital era, addressing anti-piracy measures and providing protections for internet service providers.
- Global Differences: Copyright laws vary by country, even among Berne Convention signatories, making international enforcement challenging.
- Economic Significance: Copyright-intensive industries are vital to economies, contributing to GDP, employment, and trade, highlighting the need for robust copyright protection.
- Public Domain: Works not under copyright protection or whose copyright has expired are in the public domain, freely usable by anyone, fostering cultural exchange and innovation.
Copyright protects creators’ rights while supporting economic growth, cultural exchange, and innovation by ensuring creators can profit from and control the use of their works.
Font and Colors
The letter “C” in the classic version is bold, capitalized, and has no serifs. It resembles an open ring and is the same thickness as the width of the circular frame. However, the Unicode Copyright symbol (U + 00A9) looks very different: a long serif is at the top end of the “C,” and the arc-shaped line is tapering on both sides. As such, the letter looks like the capital “C” in Times New Roman.
The copyright mark is most often black, with elements on a white background. But when you consider that it is used in different visual contexts, the color can change arbitrarily. There are no rules that limit the palette. The main thing is that the © symbol is visible.
Copyright color codes
| Black | Hex color: | #000000 |
|---|---|---|
| RGB: | 0 0 0 | |
| CMYK: | 0 0 0 100 | |
| Pantone: | PMS Process Black C |
How do I type a copyright symbol?
To get the Copyright sign in the printed text, you need to use a combination of the Alt key and the code sequence of numbers 0169, typed in the Num Lock mode on the numeric keypad (it is located on the right).
How do you type C in a circle?
To do this, use a combination of certain keys. To get the capital letter “C” inside the circle, you need to press the “U” and, while holding it, dial “24B8”. To achieve the lowercase “c” in the ring, you must use a combination of “U” and “24D2”.
Can I put a copyright symbol on my logo?
Yes, if the logo created from scratch is an original product, then this symbol can be applied to it and but provided that it does not violate anyone’s copyright.
Is the copyright logo illegal?
No, this mark is freely available and can be used without infringing on other people’s copyrights. It is itself a symbol of the protection of intellectual property products.
