Why are copyrights important?

Copyrights play a super important role for designers for a swarm of creative and professional reasons. 

For example:

1. Protecting the designer's work

Copyright safeguards your unique design. Whether it's logos, illustrations, layouts, or product concepts. Copyright ensures that others can't legally copy, share, or use them without your approval. It grants you legal ownership of your creative work.

2. Money in your pocket

With copyright, you can license your creations to others or sell the rights outright. This opens up opportunities for ongoing income through royalties or usage fees. Without copyright, you lose a legal basis to earn money from your work when it’s used by others.

3. The designer gets their due credit for their hard work.  

Copyright ensures that credit goes where it’s due. When your designs are protected, it becomes easier to show your authorship and receive acknowledgment for your work. This is important for establishing a concrete reputation and enhancing your portfolio.

4. The designer is in control

You have the power to decide how your creations are used. Whether for commercial gain, personal projects, or modified versions. Without copyright, others might change your work or use it in ways that conflict with your brand ideals or ethical values.

5. Legally  

If someone infringes on your work or plagiarizes your ideas, copyright gives you the right to take legal action. It acts as your defense against idea theft and improper use.

6. Empowering  

Knowing that your work is protected can empower you to take creative risks. When you're confident that others can't easily take your designs and pass them off as their own, you're more likely to put time and energy into your designs.