Do you need to copyright your podcast?

As soon as you publish a podcast using your show name and logo, technically you have created your trademark. You don’t HAVE to trademark it for legal protection against unauthorized use. If the mark is original, it becomes intellectual property as soon as it is made.

Are podcasts automatically copyrighted?

Copyright law is relevant to podcasts because it applies to creative and expressive works, which are most of the things that are included in a podcast. Under current US copyright law, copyright attaches automatically to creative, expressive works once they have been “fixed”, i.e. written down or recorded.

How much does it cost to trademark a podcast name?

Registering your trademark can cost between $225 to $600, depending on the specific requirements for your entity.

Do I own my podcast?

Your unique podcast feed is Intellectual Property. By keeping that under your own Web domain (example.com) it remains under your ownership. Service goes out of business (many podcast companies have done just that, leaving podcasts with no way to continue)

How do I get permission to read a podcast?

Not all books can be turned into podcasts. If your book was published by a traditional publisher, it (not you) owns the rights to the book. You’ll need to get the publisher’s permission before turning your book into a podcast. If you self-published your book, you’re free and clear to create your own podcast.

Do podcasts need an LLC?

Is an LLC good for a podcasting business? Yes. An LLC will give you personal liability protection against potential business risks as well as give your podcasting business more tax options and credibility.

How do you own a podcast?

1: How Podcasting Works

1. Buy a podcasting microphone.
2. Research and procure additional podcast equipment.
3. Plug the microphone into your computer.
4. Install audio recording and editing software.
5. Make a podcast recording and save the audio file.
6. Upload the file to a podcast hosting site.
7. Submit it to a podcast directory like iTunes.

Can you use copyrighted music in a podcast?

Now the big question, especially for beginner and novice podcasters, is, “Can I use copyright-protected music in my podcast?” The simple answer to this question is, “Yes.” You can use copyright-protected music in your podcast, but you have to pay for the right to do so legally without risking a lawsuit.

Can I LLC my podcast?

Forming an LLC for your podcast will enable you to get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for your podcast business, which will also help you set up a business bank account for your podcast.