For more information, visit: https://www.lawdepot.com/?pid=pg-BFYM... The difference between copyright and trademark is straightforward, though the terms are often used interchangeably and this can make the distinction somewhat muddied in common usage. A copyright is a type of intellectual property protection that covers works of art and similar things. This includes writing, illustrations, music, films, and just about any other artistic expression of ideas or concepts. A trademark protects a name brand or logo that is used in a commercial application to distinguish one company from another.