Can Any Embroidery Shop Copy Our Logo?

[LibrarianChef]

I found out last summer that my director had given one or two of the local embroidery shops some copies of the PC logo and that they put it in their system and can now put it on anything we bring in if we just pay for the embroidery cost (bring in a sweatshirt, purse, blanket, jacket, etc.). I don't want to inappropriately question my director, but is it possible to do this at any embroidery shops? Aren't there copyright issues or licensing that has to take place? Sorry...maybe it's just the librarian coming out in me, but now I'm full of questions on legality of this practice.

 

[Admin Greg]

It's possible to get the PC logo embroidered at other shops, but there could be copyright or licensing issues that you need to consider. Generally, it is not legal to copy a logo without permission from the copyright holder, so you would need to contact them to check if this is allowed. You also need to make sure that you are not infringing on any trademarks that may be associated with the logo. Depending on the type of license your director has, there may be restrictions on where the logo can be used. It is always best to check with the copyright holder before using their logo.

 

[Admin Greg]

Response:It is possible for embroidery shops to digitize and use company logos, but it is important to ensure that they have the proper licensing and permissions to do so. It is always a good idea to ask for proof of licensing and to make sure that the embroidery shop is not violating any copyright laws. As a librarian, it is natural for you to have questions about the legality of this practice. It is always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to copyright and licensing issues.