Disney is the most aggressively enforced entertainment trademark on Etsy. The Disney name, castle logo, and all associated character names and images are strictly protected. Disney has an enormous legal team dedicated to IP enforcement and issues thousands of takedowns monthly.
What You Can Do
- ✓ Sell authentic licensed or vintage Disney merchandise you have purchased
- ✓ Reference Disney in tags for genuinely compatible or related accessories
- ✓ Create original artwork that does not copy any protected imagery or logos
- ✓ Describe handmade items with generic genre terms rather than the franchise name
What You Cannot Do
- ✗ Use Disney names, logos, or character imagery on unlicensed products
- ✗ Sell fan art that reproduces specific Disney characters, scenes, or logos
- ✗ Include Disney in listing titles or tags for items that are not officially licensed
- ✗ Claim or imply affiliation with the Disney franchise or its rights holders
Safe Alternatives
- → Create original fantasy, sci-fi, or genre artwork that does not reference the franchise
- → Use descriptive themes (e.g., "wizard school", "space opera") instead of franchise names
- → Design original characters or worlds inspired by the genre, not by Disney specifically
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