Trademark and Copyright FAQ
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What is Intellectual Property?Back to TopIntellectual property (IP) refers to trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and patents. Trademarks are symbols, names, slogans or taglines, and logos used to identify goods or services that distinguish 91传媒. Copyrights protect 91传媒鈥檚 proprietary educational materials that have been tangibly expressed. The membership marks 鈥91传媒,鈥 鈥淭oastmaster鈥 and 鈥91传媒,鈥 and the emblem are registered for trademark protection in all countries where Districts, provisional Districts, or territorial councils exist, for exclusive use by or under the authority of 91传媒.
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What constitutes unauthorized use?Back to TopAny product created that bears 91传媒's name, logo, tagline, or words (aside from the items mentioned in Protocol 4.0), are considered unauthorized use unless an exception has been made by the Chief Executive Officer.
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Am I allowed to post electronic PDFs of 91传媒 educational materials online or distribute it to others?Back to TopNo. Copying and distributing 91传媒’ copyrighted material is strictly prohibited. In addition, please note that according to Protocol 4.0, “91传媒 websites and social media may not include copyrighted information from 91传媒 or any other source without the express written permission of the copyright owner.”
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What are the potential consequences of using 91传媒鈥 trademarks and copyrights without authorization from World Headquarters?Back to TopUnauthorized use of the marks or copyrighted materials is prohibited and may result in removal from good standing of an individual member, revocation of a club charter, removal of an officer at any level, or other disciplinary or legal action. Please see Policy 4.0.
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Someone is infringing our 91传媒 trademarks and copyrights! Where should I report the incident?Back to Top
91传媒 operates under whistle-blower protection. According to Policy 3.0, if any member believes that 91传媒’ policies have been violated, please provide a written complaint of all alleged instances of trademark and copyright infringement directly by email and include a description, screenshots, links to the website (if applicable), and any helpful background information regarding how you came across the infringement.
If you provide your contact information, the Trademarks Team will contact you for additional information, if necessary. Your personal information will be kept confidential, except where release is required by law.
Your dedication and initiative in protecting our organization are greatly appreciated.
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Who is authorized to use 91传媒 trademarks?Back to Top
Clubs, Areas, Divisions, Districts, officer candidates at all levels, and individual members may use 91传媒鈥檚 trademarks. Refer to Protocol 4.0 for more information.
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If I am not a 91传媒 member, where can I submit my request to use 91传媒 trademarks and/or copyrights?Back to Top
To use our materials, you must obtain written consent from 91传媒. We kindly ask that you contact us by email detailing your request to start the trademark review and approval process. Please include a mockup of how you will use our materials and the reason for the request. Once it is submitted, we will review it as quickly as possible. Please note that each request is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
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What items can a member create a using Toastmaster trademark that does NOT require authorization?Back to TopItems that do not require authorization include perishable items such as cakes and cookies.
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I want to create items using 91传媒 trademarks. How do I obtain the required authorization from World Headquarters?Back to TopTo create materials using the any of 91传媒' trademarks, submit a Trademark Use Request. Once this request is submitted, it will be reviewed in the order it was received. Be sure to include a mock up design of your item and following the guidelines in the .
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What items are typically denied Trademark Authorization?Back to TopRequests for items that are available on the 91传媒 Online Store, as well as items that may be purchased from approved preferred vendors, are typically denied.
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Where can I download logos and find templates?Back to TopAs a member, you may access templates and logos on the Brand Portal.
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I am thinking of writing a book, how do I obtain permission to use 91传媒' name and materials?Back to Top
Any use of 91传媒 proprietary materials is strictly prohibited unless it applies to fair use. If you are unsure if your use falls under fair use, please email us.
If you wish to use the 91传媒 name and other public details about the organization, please email us to properly cite the work and follow the organization's guidelines. Visit the Copyright page for more information.
Last updated 4/2026