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- aleynesansonnet
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Welcome to Scratch Copyright and Tradmark Services
I have noticed that there has been a problem with stealing music, art, projects, etc. without needed credit. I have started this in hopes of eliminating this fraudulent activity.
The court can be found here
Look here for the explanation of the Copyright and Trademark Library
Copyright
Ways to Copyright Material
Shops, Studios, and Collaborations:
These are tricky to copyright.You must specify what you want to copyright. This includes Shop front page, artwork, ideas, etc.
1. Creative Commons Attribution (If anyone uses the specified work from your shop, they must give credit)
2. Reuse (may reuse with credit)
3. Reuse with Modification (may reuse if they change it, but still must give credit)
4. All Rights Reserved (No one may use the specified work)
Art and Projects:
1. Label for reuse (reuse with credit)
2. Label for reuse with modification (reuse with credit and some kind of modification to the art)
3. All Rights Reserved (No one may use this work)
Music:
1. Creative Commons Attribution (Allow others to copy, edit, and distribute music with credit)
2. Creative Commons No Derivative Works (Allow others to only copy and distribute exact copies of the music with credit)
3. Creative Commons Share Alike (Forces others to obtain a license to distribute and/or use edited copies of your work)
4. All Rights Reserved (No one may use this work)
Writing:
1. Creative Commons Attribution (Allow others to copy, edit, and distribute music with credit)
2. All Rights Reserved (No one may use this work)Exceptions to Copyright
-Names of Products*
-Names of Businesses, Organizations, or Groups*
-Pseudonyms of individuals
-Titles of work*
-Catchwords*, Catchphrases*, Mottoes*, Slogans*, Short Advertising Expressions*Exclusive** Rights of a Copyright Holder
-Can produce copies of work and sell them
-Can import and export work
-Can create derivatives of the work
-Can publicly display work
-Can sell/give the rights to others (after notifying us here)
-Can use work in videosHow to Copyright
Comment below with product and evidence that it is original work, or you have permissions to copyright this work.
Employers have the right to copyright work to the specified company with the maker's permission.How will this be Enforced
We will have a reporting system to identify broken copyrights. We will also have a team of qualified and fair members who will solve disputed issues and make sure your work stays your work
To ensure that people know the specific product is copyrighted, Make sure to type the © character beside copy righted works or specify in project instructions. To type this use these instructions:
Windows:
1. Turn off num lock
2. hold down alt and press these numbers: 0169
3. Let go of alt, and © should show up
Mac:
1. Press Option + G (no shift) to show ©
To obtain a watermarked copyright certificate, please specify in “Other” when applying
_______________________________________________________________________
*These can be covered by trademarks which will be introduced soon
** Exclusive means that ONLY the Copyright holder may exercise these rights
_______________________________________________________________________
Trademark
Ways to Trademark Materials
Mottoes, Slogans, Company Names, etc.
- All Rights Reserved (No one may use this)
- Noncommercial Reuse (Can be reused, but not for a company)Why Trademark?
-Will ensure quality from your company
-Will give you exclusive use of said motto, slogan, etc.How to Trademark
Comment below with form given.
Employers have the right to Trademark the specified company, as do TSF representatives.How will this be Enforced
Trademarks are used to ensure that only specific companies or individuals can use the marked text or name. They are also used to ensure quality from a company. If your company becomes inactive, this trademark may be refuted. This is up to the digression of the court.
Otherwise, reports can be filed against the violator, and the court will judge the case.
To ensure that people know the specific product is trademarked, Make sure to type the ™ character beside copy righted works or specify in project instructions/notes. You can also use ® to specify a product coming out of a trademarked company.
Ex: Nike™ vs New Nike Shoes®!
To type these use these instructions:
Windows:
1. Turn off num lock
2. hold down alt and press these numbers: 0153
3. Let go of alt, and ™ should show up
4. hold down alt and press these numbers: 0174
5. Let go of alt, and ® should show up
Mac:
1. Press Option + 2 to show ™
2. Press Option + R (no shift) to show ®
To obtain a trademark certificate, please specify in “Other” when applying
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
The certificate image is not publicly available, so do not try to reproduce. The certificate has many key points that can be used to identify if the certificate is official, including official permissions given in the Scratch Copyright and Trademark Forum Thread. Please do not try to reproduce. Trying to reproduce may lead to suspension from copyrighting abilities and other punishments seen fit by the court once established. Only permissible representatives may present this certificate to you. Those representatives are listed on the front page of the forum(below). Once a court is established anyone guilty of these violations will be delivered one of the punishments which are clearly stated on the front page to the decision of the court.
Last edited by aleynesansonnet (Feb. 6, 2016 17:47:58)
- aleynesansonnet
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Form to apply for Copyright
Username: Self explanatory. Will not be accepted without username here
Product or Link to Product: Please give a direct link to material you want copyrighted, or embedded code
Type of Copyright: Use one of the corresponding copyright types above
Are you the Author of this Work? Y|N: So we can evaluate if you can receive a copyright
If No, Permissions: Please quote given permissions if no. If you are the Author, leave this blank
Other Comments: Self explanatory
Form to apply for Trademark
Username: Self explanatory. Will not be accepted without username here
Description: Please give short description of the company or project or individual you want to trade mark the product for
What type of Trademark are you applying for: See above for types
Are you the Author of this Work? Y|N: So we can evaluate if you can receive a Trademark
Other Comments: Self explanatory
Form to apply for Staff
Username: Self explanatory. Will not be accepted without username here
Why you would like to join: Please give at least 2 reasons
Have you ever had a copyrighted product: Self explanatory
Time on Scratch: What is shown on profile
Time on Scratch Forums: Self explanatory
Other Comments: Self explanatory
Report Form
Username of Copyright violated person: Username of the person who held the copyright, but the works were stolen in some way
Quote/Link to Copyright permissions: Link or quote where that person was given copyright for the product
Link to Violation: Give us a link to where you found this violation
Other Comments: Self explanatory
Last edited by aleynesansonnet (Feb. 2, 2016 19:48:16)
- aleynesansonnet
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
What about your shop do you want to copyright? Do you want to copyright the Front Page, Departments, Organization, Artwork, etc. Username: lc01607
Product or Link to Product: Press my sig
Type of Copyright: You said I could copyright my shop?…
Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?
If No, Permissions: ?
Other Comments: None.
Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?It is asking you if you own the shop (Which I know you do)
If No, Permissions: ?You don't have to worry about this because you “Authored” the shop.
- lc01607
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Ok. I want to copyright the executive comity organization. Am I allowed to copy right the FP? It is inspired by ZL, but not the exact same…What about your shop do you want to copyright? Do you want to copyright the Front Page, Departments, Organization, Artwork, etc. Username: lc01607
Product or Link to Product: Press my sig
Type of Copyright: You said I could copyright my shop?…
Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?
If No, Permissions: ?
Other Comments: None.Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?It is asking you if you own the shop (Which I know you do)If No, Permissions: ?You don't have to worry about this because you “Authored” the shop.
- aleynesansonnet
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Okay, Accepted. Would like a certificate?Ok. I want to copyright the executive comity organization.What about your shop do you want to copyright? Do you want to copyright the Front Page, Departments, Organization, Artwork, etc. Username: lc01607
Product or Link to Product: Press my sig
Type of Copyright: You said I could copyright my shop?…
Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?
If No, Permissions: ?
Other Comments: None.Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?It is asking you if you own the shop (Which I know you do)If No, Permissions: ?You don't have to worry about this because you “Authored” the shop.
Am I allowed to copy right the FP? It is inspired by ZL, but not the exact same…You would need to get permission from him
- lc01607
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Sure!Okay, Accepted. Would like a certificate?Ok. I want to copyright the executive comity organization.What about your shop do you want to copyright? Do you want to copyright the Front Page, Departments, Organization, Artwork, etc. Username: lc01607
Product or Link to Product: Press my sig
Type of Copyright: You said I could copyright my shop?…
Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?
If No, Permissions: ?
Other Comments: None.Are you the Author corresponding copyright types above of this Work? Y|N: What does this mean?It is asking you if you own the shop (Which I know you do)If No, Permissions: ?You don't have to worry about this because you “Authored” the shop.Am I allowed to copy right the FP? It is inspired by ZL, but not the exact same…You would need to get permission from him
- MegaByteCorporations
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Username: MegaByteCorporations©
Why you would like to join:
Because I found this and thought it was cool, especially the part where you make official certificates - I've always wanted to do that.
And I just like helping my peers.
Have you ever had a copyrighted product: Nein, as I have not officially created anything
Time on Scratch: About 2.5 or 3 months
Time on Scratch Forums: 1 to 2 months
Other Comments: I'm Batman
Trust, but verify ⅼ There is a madness to my method ⅼ Always outnumbered, never outclassed ⅼ They said I couldn't, so I did ⅼ I didn't lie, I circumnavigated the truth ⅼ Determination is the wake up call to the human will ⅼ I don't want to hurt you. And you know that I can ⅼ People can change - there is reason for hope ⅼ True friends stab you in the front ⅼ No I'm not ‘giving up’ I'm just too classy to fight an idiot like you
〔 slytherpuff 〕
〔 slytherpuff 〕
- aleynesansonnet
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Accepted. I am creating a Governmental Hierarchy right now. Once I complete it, feel free to apply to one of the positions. I am making another thread soon as well because I want to keep this thread mainly applications and reports Username: MegaByteCorporations©
Why you would like to join:
Because I found this and thought it was cool, especially the part where you make official certificates - I've always wanted to do that.
And I just like helping my peers.
Have you ever had a copyrighted product: Nein, as I have not officially created anything
Time on Scratch: About 2.5 or 3 months
Time on Scratch Forums: 1 to 2 months
Other Comments: I'm Batman
- MegaByteCorporations
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Can't you pay to use something if it's copyright?
Trust, but verify ⅼ There is a madness to my method ⅼ Always outnumbered, never outclassed ⅼ They said I couldn't, so I did ⅼ I didn't lie, I circumnavigated the truth ⅼ Determination is the wake up call to the human will ⅼ I don't want to hurt you. And you know that I can ⅼ People can change - there is reason for hope ⅼ True friends stab you in the front ⅼ No I'm not ‘giving up’ I'm just too classy to fight an idiot like you
〔 slytherpuff 〕
〔 slytherpuff 〕
- Ritz1125
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Username: Ritz1125
Product or Link to Product: The Penguins News Shoppe
Type of Copyright: Trademark
Are you the Author of this Work? Yes
If No, Permissions: Please quote given permissions if no. If you are the Author, leave this blank
Other Comments: I don't know what category the name would be in?
Product or Link to Product: The Penguins News Shoppe
Type of Copyright: Trademark
Are you the Author of this Work? Yes
If No, Permissions: Please quote given permissions if no. If you are the Author, leave this blank
Other Comments: I don't know what category the name would be in?
- aleynesansonnet
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
I think what you are looking for is a Trademark. I don't believe I created a form for that, so sorry. Do you want me to Trademark the name? Username: Ritz1125
Product or Link to Product: The Penguins News Shoppe
Type of Copyright: Trademark
Are you the Author of this Work? Yes
If No, Permissions: Please quote given permissions if no. If you are the Author, leave this blank
Other Comments: I don't know what category the name would be in?
- aleynesansonnet
- Scratcher
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
I think what you are looking for is a Trademark. I don't believe I created a form for that, so sorry. Do you want me to Trademark the name? Username: Ritz1125
Product or Link to Product: The Penguins News Shoppe
Type of Copyright: Trademark
Are you the Author of this Work? Yes
If No, Permissions: Please quote given permissions if no. If you are the Author, leave this blank
Other Comments: I don't know what category the name would be in?
Form to apply for Trademark
Username: Self explanatory. Will not be accepted without username here
Description: Please give short description of the company or project or individual you want to trade mark the product for
What type of Trademark are yo applying for: See above for types
Are you the Author of this Work? Y|N: So we can evaluate if you can receive a Trademark
Other Comments: Self explanatory
- MegaByteCorporations
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What about Restricted rights? that little “R” thing n a circle?
Trust, but verify ⅼ There is a madness to my method ⅼ Always outnumbered, never outclassed ⅼ They said I couldn't, so I did ⅼ I didn't lie, I circumnavigated the truth ⅼ Determination is the wake up call to the human will ⅼ I don't want to hurt you. And you know that I can ⅼ People can change - there is reason for hope ⅼ True friends stab you in the front ⅼ No I'm not ‘giving up’ I'm just too classy to fight an idiot like you
〔 slytherpuff 〕
〔 slytherpuff 〕
- MegaByteCorporations
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Scratch Copyright and Trademark Services
Oh.That means registered. I'll add that in. It is used for goods or services of a trademarked company: What about Restricted rights? that little “R” thing n a circle?
Ex:
NIKE™
New NIKE Shoes®!
Trust, but verify ⅼ There is a madness to my method ⅼ Always outnumbered, never outclassed ⅼ They said I couldn't, so I did ⅼ I didn't lie, I circumnavigated the truth ⅼ Determination is the wake up call to the human will ⅼ I don't want to hurt you. And you know that I can ⅼ People can change - there is reason for hope ⅼ True friends stab you in the front ⅼ No I'm not ‘giving up’ I'm just too classy to fight an idiot like you
〔 slytherpuff 〕
〔 slytherpuff 〕