If you’ve created content for your event listings, terms and conditions, confirmation messages, or anything else on your public page, you automatically have copyright protection in the UK. This means others aren’t allowed to use your original work without permission.
This article covers:
What does copyright protect?
💡 Please check the rules that apply in your country.
In the UK, copyright automatically applies to the original content you create and publish; you don't need to apply or register.
This includes:
Event titles and descriptions.
Booking terms and conditions.
Email templates.
Images, videos, and other media.
It does not include names, slogans, or ideas.
If someone copies your content
If you find that someone has copied your work, you can take the following steps:
1️⃣ Contact the person or business directly
Let them know you’re the original author and ask them to remove or change the content. Often, people may not realise they’re using someone else’s material.
2️⃣ Keep a record
Save screenshots, URLs, or timestamps showing when and where your content was used. You may need this if you escalate the issue.
3️⃣ Contact the website host
If the copied content is hosted on a website, you can ask the hosting provider to remove it. You’ll usually need to provide evidence and explain why it’s a copyright issue.
Taking further action
If the issue continues, you can:
Speak to a legal advisor.
Use a mediation service to resolve the issue.
Start a legal claim.
The GOV.UK guidance on stopping people from using your work provides more details about your rights and the next steps.
Keeping your content safe
While copyright protects your work automatically (in the UK), there are a few things you can do to strengthen your position:
Publish your content somewhere with a clear timestamp.
Use clear and original language that shows your voice.
Example: Bookwhen's Tone of Voice.
Avoid copying content from others - this helps protect both your brand and your reputation.
✨ Tip: If you work with someone else to write your content, make sure you have an agreement about who owns the rights. This is especially important if you pay a third party or use freelancers.
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