Q: Do I need 2 copyrights if I intend to sell my logo on hats as well as stickers?

A: This appears to be a question about trademarks, not copyrights, which non-lawyers often confuse.

Trademarks are registered in various types of goods and services according to their classification (for instance, apparel, printed material, and cups), and when filing an application to register a mark the applicant specifies which type of goods the mark is (or is intended to be) used on. If you use or intend to use the mark on more than one type of goods, there is a fee for each type and a specimen of use for each type will have to be submitted with the application.

You should consult an experienced trademark attorney to advise regarding your application.

A: I think you are confusing the copyright application process with the trademark application process.

When you talk about the categories of Shirts and Stickers, it **seems** you are actually doing a trademark application.

However, an attorney would need to see what you are doing and recommend steps forward.

A: Consult with an attorney as indeed you may need to file for several classes.

A: In the United States, copyright law automatically protects original works of authorship, including logos, once they are fixed in a tangible medium of expression. However, if you want to register your logo with the U.S. Copyright Office, you will need to submit an application and pay a fee.

It is not necessary to submit separate applications for different categories of products, such as hats, stickers, and shirts. Instead, you can include all of these uses in a single application. However, it is important to make sure that the application accurately reflects the specific types of products you intend to sell, so that your copyright protection is clear and comprehensive.

Note that copyright protection only extends to the original expression of an idea, not the idea itself. Therefore, if your logo incorporates a phrase or design element that is already protected by someone else's copyright or trademark, you may need to obtain permission or a license in order to use it commercially.